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Division Starter Problems

For Problems 1–6, choose a starter problem (first step), either “a” or “b,” to solve each problem. If you would like to use a different starter problem, write it on the blank labeled “c.” Then, use the starter problem you have chosen to solve the original problem.

• 1 2,000 ÷ 42

  • a. Start by solving 840 ÷ 42.

  • b. Start by solving 40 × 42.

  • c. ________________

• 2 Renaldo has 650 marbles. He wants to put them in bags that hold 28 marbles each. How many full bags of marbles will he have?

  • a. Start by solving 560 ÷ 28.

  • b. Start by solving 28 × 10.

  • c. ________________

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