division
4 times table division facts
Connect multiplication and division so children can use the 4 table to solve sharing and grouping questions.
Quick answer
4 times table division facts help you share or group things equally using the numbers 4, 8, 12, 16, 20, 24, 28, 32, 36, 40, 44, 48, and 52. You can use your 4 times table knowledge to solve division problems like 24 ÷ 4 = 6 or 36 ÷ 4 = 9.Learning outcome
By the end of this page, you will be able to use your 4 times table to solve division problems where the answer is a whole number. Success signs:- You can solve 4 times table division questions like 20 ÷ 4 = ?
- You understand that division is about sharing equally or grouping
- You can use your knowledge of 4 times table facts to find the answer
- You can explain how 4 × 6 = 24 helps you know that 24 ÷ 4 = 6
Why this matters
Knowing your 4 times table division facts helps you solve real-life problems quickly. For example, if you have 24 cookies and want to share them equally among 4 friends, you can use 24 ÷ 4 = 6 to know each friend gets 6 cookies. You can also use it when you are dividing things into equal groups, like splitting 32 toys into groups of 4, or when you are planning how many items you can buy with your pocket money.How it works
Division is the opposite of multiplication. If you know that 4 × 6 = 24, then you also know that 24 ÷ 4 = 6. This is because multiplication and division are connected. When you multiply, you find the total when you have equal groups. When you divide, you find how many are in each group or how many groups there are. Let’s look at how to use this connection to solve division problems. Step 1: Think of the multiplication fact that matches your division. Step 2: Use that fact to find your answer. For example: - If you have 16 ÷ 4, think: What number times 4 equals 16? That number is 4, so 16 ÷ 4 = 4. - If you have 32 ÷ 4, think: What number times 4 equals 32? That number is 8, so 32 ÷ 4 = 8.Examples you can see
Let’s look at how we can use the 4 times table to solve division problems. We’ll start with a simple example. Example 1: There are 12 apples. You want to share them equally among 4 friends. How many apples does each friend get? Step 1: Think of the multiplication fact that matches the total number of apples. We know that 4 × 3 = 12. Step 2: Use that fact to solve the division. So, 12 ÷ 4 = 3. Each friend gets 3 apples. Example 2: You have 28 stickers. You want to put them into 4 equal groups. How many stickers are in each group? Step 1: Think of the multiplication fact that matches the total number of stickers. We know that 4 × 7 = 28. Step 2: Use that fact to solve the division. So, 28 ÷ 4 = 7. Each group has 7 stickers. Example 3: You have 48 pencils. You want to put them into groups of 4. How many groups can you make? Step 1: Think of the multiplication fact that matches the total number of pencils. We know that 4 × 12 = 48. Step 2: Use that fact to solve the division. So, 48 ÷ 4 = 12. You can make 12 groups.Try it as a mini adventure
The Great Cookie Sharing Quest You are the cookie chef in a magical kitchen. You have a big batch of 40 cookies. You must share them equally among 4 friendly dragons. How many cookies does each dragon get? Step 1: You know that 4 × 10 = 40. Step 2: So, 40 ÷ 4 = 10. Each dragon gets 10 cookies. Now, you must make 24 more cookies for a party. You want to put them into 4 boxes. How many cookies go into each box? Step 1: You know that 4 × 6 = 24. Step 2: So, 24 ÷ 4 = 6. Each box gets 6 cookies. Finally, you have 36 cookies left. You want to give 4 cookies to each of your friends. How many friends can you give cookies to? Step 1: You know that 4 × 9 = 36. Step 2: So, 36 ÷ 4 = 9. You can give cookies to 9 friends. This quest helps you practice using your 4 times table to solve division problems.Common mistakes
- Mistake: Thinking 24 ÷ 4 = 6 because 6 × 4 = 24, but confusing with 24 ÷ 6 = 4.
Why it happens: Mixing up multiplication and division facts.
Fix: Use the times table fact that matches your division problem. If you have 24 ÷ 4, ask what number times 4 equals 24. That number is 6. - Mistake: Forgetting that any number divided by 1 is itself.
Why it happens: Not remembering basic division facts.
Fix: Remember that 24 ÷ 1 = 24. Any number divided by 1 is itself. - Mistake: Thinking 36 ÷ 4 = 8.
Why it happens: Confusing with 9 × 4 = 36.
Fix: Remember that 4 × 9 = 36, so 36 ÷ 4 = 9.
Parent and carer guide
You can help your child by:- Using the 4 times table to check division answers. For example, if your child says 28 ÷ 4 = 7, ask them to check by doing 7 × 4.
- Practising division problems together using everyday items like counters, toys, or food.
- Reinforcing that division and multiplication are connected.
- Encouraging your child to say the multiplication facts out loud when solving division problems.
- Noticing if they are struggling with the concept, and helping them use the times table to find the answer.
Practice questions
- What is 16 ÷ 4?
Answer: 4 - What is 20 ÷ 4?
Answer: 5 - What is 24 ÷ 4?
Answer: 6 - What is 32 ÷ 4?
Answer: 8 - What is 36 ÷ 4?
Answer: 9 - What is 40 ÷ 4?
Answer: 10 - What is 44 ÷ 4?
Answer: 11 - What is 48 ÷ 4?
Answer: 12 - What is 52 ÷ 4?
Answer: 13 - What is 8 ÷ 4?
Answer: 2
FAQ
What is 4 times table division?
It is using the 4 times table to solve division problems where the answer is a whole number. For example, if you know that 4 × 6 = 24, then 24 ÷ 4 = 6.
How can I use 4 times table facts to solve division?
Think of the multiplication fact that matches your division problem. For example, if you have 32 ÷ 4, think: What number times 4 equals 32? That number is 8, so 32 ÷ 4 = 8.
Why is it important to know 4 times table division facts?
Knowing these facts helps you solve sharing and grouping problems quickly in real life, like sharing cookies among friends or dividing toys into equal groups.
What if I forget the 4 times table?
You can use skip counting by 4s, or draw pictures or use counters to help you solve the problem.
Can I use 4 times table division facts for larger numbers?
Yes! You can use the same method for larger numbers. For example, 48 ÷ 4 = 12 because 12 × 4 = 48.
4 times table facts
| Multiplication | Division |
|---|---|
| 0 × 4 = 0 | 0 ÷ 4 = 0 |
| 1 × 4 = 4 | 4 ÷ 4 = 1 |
| 2 × 4 = 8 | 8 ÷ 4 = 2 |
| 3 × 4 = 12 | 12 ÷ 4 = 3 |
| 4 × 4 = 16 | 16 ÷ 4 = 4 |
| 5 × 4 = 20 | 20 ÷ 4 = 5 |
| 6 × 4 = 24 | 24 ÷ 4 = 6 |
| 7 × 4 = 28 | 28 ÷ 4 = 7 |
| 8 × 4 = 32 | 32 ÷ 4 = 8 |
| 9 × 4 = 36 | 36 ÷ 4 = 9 |
| 10 × 4 = 40 | 40 ÷ 4 = 10 |
| 11 × 4 = 44 | 44 ÷ 4 = 11 |
| 12 × 4 = 48 | 48 ÷ 4 = 12 |