Dividing by 100: Step-by-Step Example
22 October 2026
Dividing by 100 can seem tricky at first, but it becomes much easier when you use a place value chart. This method helps your child see exactly how each digit moves when dividing by 100.
Worked example
3400 ÷ 100
Step 1: Write 3400 on a place value chart.
Step 2: Dividing by 100 means move every digit two places to the right.
Step 3: The 3 moves from the thousands to the tens column. The 4 moves from the hundreds to the units column. The two zeros move into the tenths and hundredths columns.
Step 4: Read the new number: 34.
The correct answer is 34.
After working through this example, your child will spot how dividing by 100 always means moving each digit two places to the right. This skill is key for tackling similar problems in the 11+ maths exam, and there are plenty more practice questions ready to help them get confident.
