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Division Using Base Ten Blocks

15 questions

3rd Grade

Mathematics

Division Using Base Ten Blocks is a Grade 3 mathematics worksheet that helps students interpret base-ten representations of division. It focuses on forming equal groups, deciding when a hundred flat or ten rod must be exchanged for smaller units, connecting a model to a division equation, and identifying a quotient. The worksheet contains 15 multiple-choice questions. Students explain why a representation shows equal groups, choose the correct first exchange when dividing by a given number, select the division equation represented by a model, and determine a quotient from a visual model. This free printable worksheet includes a complete answer key, making it useful for guided practice, independent work, or a quick check of students’ understanding of place value and model-based division.

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Division Using Base Ten Blocks

Total questions: 15

Name
Class
Date
1.
a)
32
b)
42
c)
35
d)
36
2.
a)
33
b)
70
c)
43
d)
7
3.

76

67

54

86

a)

76

b)

67

c)

54

d)

86

4.

Q1. What is the result of 100 + 2?

a)

1) 100

b)

A) 102

c)

3) 112

d)

4) 92

5.

Explain why Michael's representation is correct.

a)

It shows the sum of 169 and 5

b)

It shows the difference of 845 and 5

c)

It shows 5 equal groups of 1 hundred, 6 tens, and 9 ones

d)

it shows 5 equal groups of 8 hundreds, 4 tens, and 5 ones

6.

If the base-ten blocks shown are to be divided into 7 equal groups, what should be done as the first step?

a)

Exchange 7 ten rods for 70 unit cubes.

b)

Exchange the 8 ten rods for 80 unit cubes.

c)

Exchange the 8 ten rods and 4 unit cubes for 1 hundred flat.

d)

Exchange 1 ten rod for 10 unit cubes.

7.

Mrs. Sinclair has 564 base blocks ten, as shown here:

Mrs. Sinclair classifies the base blocks ten into 4 equal groups. Which group of base blocks ten shows the number of blocks that each of Mrs. Sinclair's groups can have?

a)

b)

c)

d)

8.

If the base ten blocks shown are to be divided into 11 equal groups, what should be done first??

a)

Exchange 1 ten rod for 10 unit cubes.

b)

Exchange the hundred flat for 100 unit cubes.

c)

Exchange the hundred flat for 10 rods.

d)

Exchange the 4 tens rods for 40 unit cubes.

9.
a)

20068

b)

214

c)

238

d)

268

10.

a)

12

b)

903

c)

93

d)

912

11.
a)
40
b)
30
c)
13
d)
34
12.

#1 Hello World

a)

81

b)

89

c)

99

d)

91

13.

Mrs. Sinclair has 564 base blocks ten, as shown here:

Mrs. Sinclair classifies the base blocks ten into 4 equal groups. Which group of base blocks ten shows the number of blocks that each of Mrs. Sinclair's groups can have?

a)

b)

c)

d)

14.

A correct division equation for this problem is...

a)

5 ÷ 2 = 10

b)

10 ÷ 2 = 5

c)

5 + 2 = 7

d)

10 ÷ 10 = 5

15.

What is the quotient based on the model?

a)

0.9

b)

0.2

c)

0.02

d)

0.09

Answer Key

Division Using Base Ten Blocks

Total questions: 15

1.
a) 32
2.
c) 43
3.
a)

76

4.
c)

3) 112

5.
c)

It shows 5 equal groups of 1 hundred, 6 tens, and 9 ones

6.
d)

Exchange 1 ten rod for 10 unit cubes.

7.
d)
8.
c)

Exchange the hundred flat for 10 rods.

9.
d)

268

10.
c)

93

11.
d) 34
12.
d)

91

13.
a)
14.
b)

10 ÷ 2 = 5

15.
b)

0.2

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FAQs

What does the Division Using Base Ten Blocks worksheet cover?

This Grade 3 worksheet uses 15 multiple-choice questions to develop division with base-ten models. Students identify equal groups, choose the correct exchange—such as trading a ten rod for 10 unit cubes—connect a block model to a division equation, and determine the quotient represented.

How can I use this worksheet to teach division with base-ten blocks?

Begin by modeling one equal-group division problem with actual base-ten blocks, asking students to explain what each hundred flat, ten rod, and unit cube represents. Then use the worksheet’s exchange questions to have students predict the first regrouping step before solving, and discuss how the model translates into an equation and quotient.

What mistakes should I watch for when students complete this base-ten division worksheet?

Watch for students exchanging the wrong place-value unit or making an exchange before identifying what the divisor requires. Students may also confuse the number being divided with the number of equal groups, select an equation with reversed roles, or read the quotient incorrectly from the model.

How do I assign and grade this Division Using Base Ten Blocks worksheet?

Wayground provides this worksheet as both a printable PDF and a digital quiz, and it includes a complete answer key for all 15 multiple-choice questions. Printable submissions can be graded by scanning student work with the Wayground for Teachers app.

How can I differentiate this base-ten blocks worksheet for my students?

In the worksheet’s Advanced Settings, adjust font spacing or choose a larger font size so the multiple-choice prompts and base-ten representations are easier to read. You can also enable a dyslexia-friendly font or translate the worksheet into another language when those options better support access to the division tasks.

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