This math topic focuses on using skip counting for solving division problems within the broader concept of dividing integers. Specifically, the problems involve determining the number of starfishes or hands based on the total number of arms or fingers, respectively, suggesting a practical application of division using real-life entities and attributes in a fun and engaging way. Students are given a total (e.g., total arms) and asked to find how many entities (starfishes or hands) contribute to this total, which essentially practices the division of integers using skip counting as a strategy.

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Division by Skip Counting - Problem to Quotient


How many starfishes would have 30 arms total?

= 5 arms30 arms

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