Mathematics · Class 3
Can We Share?
Learn Can We Share? with notes, examples, and practice questions.
3 sections15–25 min read3 MCQs · 1 examples
Chapter Overview
Equal sharing means every group receives the same amount.
Can We Share? introduces division as equal sharing and equal grouping. Children connect division to multiplication and recognise when sharing leaves a remainder.
Sharing and Grouping
- 12 shared among 3 means make 3 equal groups.
- 12 arranged in groups of 3 means count how many groups can be made.
- A remainder is an amount left after making all possible equal groups.
Multiplication Connection
- Division undoes multiplication.
- If 4 × 5 = 20, then 20 ÷ 5 = 4.
- Use a known multiplication fact to check a division answer.
Solved Examples
Step-by-step solutions — read each step before checking the final answer.
Share Equally
Seventeen oranges are shared equally among 4 baskets. How many go in each basket, and how many remain?
- 1Put 4 oranges at a time, one in each basket.
- 2Four complete rounds use 16 oranges.
- 3Each basket gets 4, with 1 orange left.
Answer
4 oranges in each basket, remainder 1
Key Points to Remember
- ✓ Division makes equal shares or equal groups
- ✓ A remainder is left over
- ✓ Multiplication checks division
Exam Tips
- • Decide whether the question asks group size or number of groups
- • Make sure every share is equal
Practice MCQs — Can We Share?
Test your understanding with topic-wise multiple choice questions. Explanations appear after each answer.
Question 1 of 3Score: 0/0
What is 18 ÷ 3?