Max Maths, Year 4, Learn together, Dividing 2-digit numbers by 1-digit numbers (3)

In the Max Maths curriculum for Year 4, students learn how to divide 2-digit numbers by 1-digit numbers through a step-by-step process. For instance, when tasked with dividing 96 by 4, the problem is set out in a long division format. The first step involves dividing the tens digit. The number 96 has 9 tens, which when divided by 4 results in 2 tens with a remainder of 1 ten. This is represented by subtracting 8 tens (2 tens x 4) from the 9 tens, leaving 1 ten remaining. The next step is to bring down the ones digit to join the remaining ten, creating the number 16. This is then divided by 4, which equals 4 ones with no remainder, as 16 ones divided by 4 equals 4 ones exactly. Therefore, the final answer to 96 divided by 4 is 24.

Another example provided is 78 divided by 6. Again, the long division method is used. The 7 tens in 78 are divided by 6, which equals 1 ten with a remainder of 1 ten. The remainder is then added to the 8 ones, creating the number 18. When 18 is divided by 6, the result is 3 with no remainder. Hence, the calculation of 78 divided by 6 results in the answer 13. Through these exercises, students gain confidence in dividing larger numbers by understanding and applying the long division method in a clear and structured way.