Mermaid Division: Level 2

Mermaid Division: Level 2

Ages 8–10 · 1 minute · Math

Help the Little Mermaid solve advanced division problems and find the Mystic Seashells!

Help the Little Mermaid find the Mystic Seashells by solving division problems with larger numbers! Try to complete all the rounds without making too many mistakes. Then keep playing to beat the high score by solving problems faster!

Material corresponds to the “Division Level 2” flashpack from the “Learn to Divide” course.

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Standards alignment

Common Core State Standards

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

Alabama

  • MA19.3.7 — Use strategies based on properties and patterns of multiplication to demonstrate fluency with multiplication and division within 100.
  • MA19.4.12 — Use strategies based on place value, properties of operations, and/or the relationship between multiplication and division to find whole-number quotients and remainders with one-digit divisors and up to four-digit dividends.

Alaska

  • 3.OA.7 — Fluently multiply and divide numbers up to 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 ×5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 3.OA.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

Arizona

  • 3.OA.C.7 * — Fluently multiply and divide within 100. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all multiplication products through 10 x 10 and division quotients when both the quotient and divisor are less than or equal to 10.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

Arkansas

  • 3.CAR.2 — Use basic fact fluency to multiply and divide whole numbers with mastery by the end of third grade. • Knowing all products with factors up to and including 12 and the corresponding division facts from the products with factors up to and including 12. • Using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., Knowing that 8 ∙ 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations.
  • 4.CAR.4 — Use strategies based on place value, the properties of operations, and the relationship between multiplication and division to divide whole numbers with four-digits by one-digit divisors; quotients should be with and without whole number remainders.

California

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

Colorado

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Interpret division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

Connecticut

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

Delaware

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

Florida

  • MA.3.NSO.2.4 — Multiply two whole numbers from 0 to 12 and divide using related facts with procedural reliability.
  • MA.4.NSO.2.1 — Recall multiplication facts with factors up to 12 and related division facts with automaticity.
  • MA.K12.MTR.3.1 — Complete tasks with mathematical fluency. Mathematicians who complete tasks with mathematical fluency: • Select efficient and appropriate methods for solving problems within the given context. • Maintain flexibility and accuracy while performing procedures and mental calculations. • Complete tasks accurately and with confidence. • Adapt procedures to apply them to a new context. • Use feedback to improve efficiency when performing calculations.

Georgia

  • 3.PAR.3.6 — Solve practical, relevant problems involving multiplication and division within 100 using part-whole strategies, visual representations, and/or concrete models.
  • 3.PAR.3.7 — Use multiplication and division to solve problems involving whole numbers to 100. Represent these problems using equations with a letter standing for the unknown quantity. Justify solutions.
  • 3.PAR.3.2 — Represent single digit multiplication and division facts using a variety of strategies. Explain the relationship between multiplication and division.

Hawaii

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 4.NBT.B.6 — Find whole-number quotients and remainders with up to four-digit dividends and one-digit divisors, using strategies based on place value, the properties of operations, and/or the relationship between multiplication and division. Illustrate and explain the calculation by using equations, rectangular arrays, and/or area models.

Idaho

  • 3.OA.C.7.b — Know from memory all products of two single-digit numbers and related division facts.
  • 3.OA.C.7.a — Demonstrate understanding of strategies that make use of the relationship between multiplication and division or properties of operations.

Illinois

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

Indiana

  • 3.CA.5 — Multiply and divide within 100 using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 x 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. (E)
  • 3.CA.6 — Demonstrate fluency with mastery of multiplication facts and corresponding division facts of 0 to 10.

Iowa

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division or properties of operations. For example, knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8. By the end of Grade 3, flexibly, efficiently, and accurately find all products of two one-digit numbers. Note: Fluency of this standard is critical by the end of grade level.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding (or remembering) the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8 (▯ × 8 = 32).

Kansas

  • 3.OA.7 — Fluently (efficiently, accurately, and flexibly) multiply and divide with single digit multiplications and related divisions using strategies (e.g. relationship between multiplication and division, doubles, double and double again, half and then double, etc.) or properties of operations.
  • 3.OA.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

Kentucky

  • KY.3.OA.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division or properties of operations.
  • KY.4.NBT.6 — Divide up to four-digit dividends by one-digit divisors. Find whole number quotients and remainders using • strategies based on place value • the properties of operations • the relationship between multiplication and division Illustrate and explain the calculation by using equations, rectangular arrays and/or area models.

Louisiana

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

Maine

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.
  • 4.NBT.B.6 — Find whole-number quotients and remainders with up to four-digit dividends and one-digit divisors, using strategies based on place value, properties of operations, and/or the relationship between multiplication and division. Illustrate and explain the calculation by using equations, rectangular arrays, and/or area models.

Maryland

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

Massachusetts

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 × 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of grade 3, know from memory all products of two single-digit numbers and related division facts. For example, the product 4 x 7 = 28 has related division facts 28 ÷ 7 = 4 and 28 ÷ 4 = 7.
  • 4.OA.A.3.a — Know multiplication facts and related division facts through 12 × 12.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32  8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

Michigan

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

Minnesota

  • 4.1.1.1 — Demonstrate fluency with multiplication and division facts.
  • 4.1.1.6 — Use strategies and algorithms based on knowledge of place value, equality and properties of operations to divide multi-digit whole numbers by one- or two-digit numbers. Strategies may include mental strategies, partial quotients, the commutative, associative, and distributive properties and repeated subtraction. For example: A group of 324 students is going to a museum in 6 buses. If each bus has the same number of students, how many students will be on each bus?

Mississippi

  • 3.OA.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. Know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers; and fully understand the concept when a remainder does not exist under division.
  • 3.OA.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem, where a remainder does not exist. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8 with no remainder.
  • 4.NBT.6 — Find whole-number quotients and remainders with up to four-digit dividends and one- digit divisors, using strategies based on place value, the properties of operations, and/or the relationship between multiplication and division. Illustrate and explain the calculation by using equations, rectangular arrays, and/or area models.

Missouri

  • 3.RA.A.4 — Use multiplication and division within 100 to solve problems.
  • 3.RA.C.7 — Multiply and divide with numbers and results within 100 using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division or properties of operations. Know all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 3.RA.A.2 — Interpret quotients of whole numbers.

Montana

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

Nebraska

  • 3.A.1.g — Fluently multiply and divide within 100 using strategies based on understanding and properties of operations.
  • 3.A.1 — Operations and Algebraic Thinking: Students will extend understanding of multiplication and apply operational properties to solve problems.

Nevada

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

New Hampshire

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

New Jersey

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

New Mexico

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

New York

  • NY-3.OA.7.a — Fluently solve single-digit multiplication and related divisions, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division or properties of operations.
  • NY-3.OA.2 — Interpret whole-number quotients of whole numbers.
  • NY-3.OA.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem.

North Carolina

  • NC.3.OA.7 — Demonstrate fluency with multiplication and division with factors, quotients and divisors up to and including 10. • Know from memory all products with factors up to and including 10. • Illustrate and explain using the relationship between multiplication and division. • Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers.
  • NC.4.NBT.6 — Find whole-number quotients and remainders with up to three-digit dividends and one-digit divisors with place value understanding using rectangular arrays, area models, repeated subtraction, partial quotients, properties of operations, and/or the relationship between multiplication and division.

North Dakota

  • 3.AR.OA.1 — Using mental strategies, multiply and divide basic facts within 100. Automatically multiply and divide up to 5x5 and 10s facts.

Ohio

  • 3.OA.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division, e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8, or properties of operations. Limit to division without remainders. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 3.OA.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

Oklahoma

  • 4.N.2.1 — Demonstrate fluency with multiplication and division facts with factors up to 12.
  • 4.N.2.5 — Use strategies and algorithms (e.g., mental strategies, standard algorithms, partial quotients, repeated subtraction, the commutative, associative, and distributive properties) based on knowledge of place value, equality, and properties of operations to divide a 3-digit dividend by a 1-digit whole number divisor, with and without remainders.

Oregon

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100 using accurate, efficient, and flexible strategies and algorithms based on place value and properties of operations.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor in a multiplication problem.
  • 4.NBT.B.6 — Use representations and strategies to find whole-number quotients and remainders with up to four-digit dividends and one-digit divisors using strategies based on place value, the properties of operations, and/or the relationship between multiplication and division.

Pennsylvania

  • CC.2.2.3.A.3 — Demonstrate multiplication and division fluency.
  • CC.2.2.3.A.1 — Represent and solve problems involving multiplication and division.

Rhode Island

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 x 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of grade 3, know from memory all products of two single- digit numbers and related division facts. For example, the product 4 x 7 = 28 has related division facts 28 ÷ 7 = 4 and 28 ÷ 4 = 7.
  • 4.OA.A.3.a — Know multiplication facts and related division facts through 12 x 12.

South Carolina

  • 3.ATO.7 — Demonstrate fluency with basic multiplication and related division facts of products and dividends through 100.
  • 3.ATO.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers when the unknown is a missing factor, product, dividend, divisor, or quotient.

South Dakota

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Multiply and divide within 100.
  • 3.OA.C.7.a — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

Tennessee

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the properties of operations or the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 x 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8). By the end of 3rd grade, know all products of two one-digit numbers and related division facts.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.
  • 4.NBT.B.6 — Find whole-number quotients and remainders with up to four-digit dividends and one-digit divisors, using strategies based on place value, the properties of operations, and/or the relationship between multiplication and division. Illustrate and explain the calculation by using equations, rectangular arrays, and/or area models.

Texas

  • 3.4F — recall facts to multiply up to 10 by 10 with automaticity and recall the corresponding division facts;
  • 3.4K — solve one-step and two-step problems involving multiplication and division within 100 using strategies based on objects; pictorial models, including arrays, area models, and equal groups; properties of operations; or recall of facts.
  • 4.4F — use strategies and algorithms, including the standard algorithm, to divide up to a four-digit dividend by a one-digit divisor;

Utah

  • 3.OA.7 — Fluently multiply and divide.
  • 3.OA.7.a — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division or properties of operations. (For example, knowing that 8 x 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8).
  • 3.OA.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. Understand the relationship between multiplication and division (multiplication and division are inverse operations). For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

Vermont

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.
  • 4.NBT.B.6 — Find whole-number quotients and remainders with up to four-digit dividends and one-digit divisors, using strategies based on place value, the properties of operations, and/or the relationship between multiplication and division. Illustrate and explain the calculation by using equations, rectangular arrays, and/or area models.

Virginia

  • 4.CE.2b — Recall with automaticity the multiplication facts through 12 × 12 and the corresponding division facts.*
  • 4.CE.2i — Apply strategies (e.g., rounding, compatible numbers, place value) and algorithms, including the standard algorithm, to estimate and determine the quotient of two whole numbers, given a one-digit divisor and a two- or three-digit dividend, with and without remainders.*

Washington

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

Washington, D.C.

  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem. For example, find 32 ÷ 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8.

West Virginia

  • M.3.7 — Fluently (efficiently, flexibly, and accurately) multiply and divide within 100 using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division and the properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know the multiplication table (facts) within 100 (Os10s) efficiently.
  • M.3.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem (e.g., find 32 + 8 by finding the number that makes 32 when multiplied by 8).

Wisconsin

  • M.3.OA.C.6 — Use multiplicative thinking to multiply and divide within 100. a. Use the meanings of multiplication and division, the relationship between the operations (e.g., knowing that 8 x 5 = 40, one could reason that 40 ÷ 5 = 8), and properties of operations (e.g., the distributive property) to develop and understand strategies to multiply and divide within 100. b. Flexibly and efficiently use strategies, the relationship between the operations, and properties of operations to find products and quotients with multiples of 0, 1, 2, 5, & 10 within 100.
  • M.4.OA.D.6 — Flexibly and efficiently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 x 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations [e.g., knowing that 7 x 6 can be thought of as 7 groups of 6 so one could think 5 groups of 6 is 30 and 2 more groups of 6 is 12 and 30 + 12 = 42 (informal use of the distributive property)].
  • M.3.OA.B.5 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem.

Wyoming

  • 3.OA.C — Multiply and divide within 100.
  • 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide with factors 1 - 10 using mental strategies. By end of Grade 3, know automatically all products of one-digit factors based on strategies.
  • 3.OA.B.6 — Understand division as an unknown-factor problem.