Lesson 2

Using Common Denominators

Est. Class Sessions: 2–3

Daily Practice and Problems

Teacher Notes
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TIMS Bit

  1. 700
  2. 746 R5
  3. 800
  4. 789
  5. 8 divides into 5600 700 times and 6400 800 times. Since 5973 is about halfway between 5600 and 6400 I know the answer will be around 750.

E. Division

Use strategies to solve each division problem. Use the Division Strategies Menu in the Student Guide Reference section.

  1. 5600 ÷ 8 =
  2. 5973 ÷ 8 =



  3. 4800 ÷ 6 =
  4. 4734 ÷ 6 =
  1. Show or tell how to use estimation to decide if your solution for Question 2 is reasonable.