3. Multiplication and division
Interactive practice questions
Let's use an area model to find the answer to $36\div3$36÷3.
a
We set up the area model using a rectangle like this.
| $3$3 | |
| Total area: $36$36 |
Now if we don't know what $36\div3$36÷3 is straight away, we start with something we do know, like groups of $10$10.
Fill in the area used so far if we take out $10$10 groups of $3$3.
| $10$10 | ||
| $3$3 | $\editable{}$ | |
| Total area: $36$36 | ||
b
How much area is remaining?
| $10$10 | ||
| $3$3 | $30$30 | $\editable{}$ |
| Total area: $36$36 | ||
c
What is the width of the second rectangle?
| $10$10 | $\editable{}$ | |
| $3$3 | $30$30 | $6$6 |
| Total area: $36$36 | ||
d
Using the area model above, what is $36\div3$36÷3?
Easy
Approx 3 minutes
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Outcomes
VCMNA184
Solve problems involving division by a one digit number, including those that result in a remainder
VCMNA185
Use efficient mental and written strategies and apply appropriate digital technologies to solve problems