How do I pick the right level?

Choose an age or grade in step 2. Start easier if the pupil is unsure – you can switch anytime and get new problems instantly.

Can I see the problems before printing?

Yes. The sheet shows exactly the problems that will print. Click New problems to swap them.

How do I include an answer key?

Turn on Answer key in the last step. It prints on its own page after the problems, with the same numbering.

What does the question mark next to a problem do?

It opens a step-by-step explanation of the method on screen. It is not printed and does not reveal the answer.

What are the steps of long division?

Divide, multiply, subtract, bring down — repeat until no digits are left.

Do problems have remainders?

No, every problem divides evenly so students can focus on the steps.

Grade 3Common Core style · Math: number sense

Long Division Worksheets — Free Printable with Answer Key

Long division practice with 3- and 4-digit dividends and one-digit divisors.

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Exercise type: Short division
Grade: 5 (ages 10–11)
Difficulty: Easy
Number of tasks: 20
Task format: Mixed
Paper size: US Letter

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Exercise type: Short division
Grade: 5 (ages 10–11)
Difficulty: Easy
Number of tasks: 20
Task format: Mixed
Paper size: US Letter

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Short division · Grade 5

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Calculate: 245 ÷ 5 =

A rope 110 cm long is cut into 2 equal pieces. How long is each piece? Answer with the correct unit.

Calculate: 297 ÷ 9 =

93 apples are shared equally between 3 baskets. How many apples go in each basket? Answer with the correct unit.

Calculate: 459 ÷ 9 =

A rope 324 cm long is cut into 6 equal pieces. How long is each piece? Answer with the correct unit.

Calculate: 330 ÷ 5 =

430 pupils are split into 5 equal teams. How many pupils are in each team? Answer with the correct unit.

Calculate: 116 ÷ 4 =

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A rope 406 cm long is cut into 7 equal pieces. How long is each piece? Answer with the correct unit.

11.

Calculate: 288 ÷ 6 =

12.

164 chairs are placed in 2 equal rows. How many chairs are in each row? Answer with the correct unit.

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Calculate: 126 ÷ 3 =

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A rope 234 cm long is cut into 3 equal pieces. How long is each piece? Answer with the correct unit.

15.

Calculate: 154 ÷ 7 =

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280 chairs are placed in 5 equal rows. How many chairs are in each row? Answer with the correct unit.

17.

Calculate: 316 ÷ 4 =

18.

130 chairs are placed in 2 equal rows. How many chairs are in each row? Answer with the correct unit.

19.

Calculate: 441 ÷ 9 =

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315 chairs are placed in 5 equal rows. How many chairs are in each row? Answer with the correct unit.

Answer key

1. 49
2. 55 cm
3. 33
4. 31 apples
5. 51
6. 54 cm
7. 66
8. 86 pupils
9. 29
10. 58 cm
11. 48
12. 82 chairs
13. 42
14. 78 cm
15. 22
16. 56 chairs
17. 79
18. 65 chairs
19. 49
20. 63 chairs

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Long division is a 4th–5th grade skill. Easy problems use 3-digit dividends; hard problems use 4-digit dividends so students practice every step: divide, multiply, subtract, bring down. Every sheet has a separate answer key calculated by the website, so answers always match the problems. Free, no sign-up, US Letter by default.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I pick the right level?: Choose an age or grade in step 2. Start easier if the pupil is unsure – you can switch anytime and get new problems instantly.
Can I see the problems before printing?: Yes. The sheet shows exactly the problems that will print. Click New problems to swap them.
How do I include an answer key?: Turn on Answer key in the last step. It prints on its own page after the problems, with the same numbering.
What does the question mark next to a problem do?: It opens a step-by-step explanation of the method on screen. It is not printed and does not reveal the answer.
What are the steps of long division?: Divide, multiply, subtract, bring down — repeat until no digits are left.
Do problems have remainders?: No, every problem divides evenly so students can focus on the steps.