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Free 6th Grade Multiplication and Division Word Problems Worksheet — Level 1

Everyday problems involving equal groups, sharing and arrays. Builds confidence with the core skill before adding complexity. This 6th Grade worksheet has 8 questions and comes with a full answer sheet showing the working for every question.

Need more practice? Practice Set 2 · Practice Set 3 · Practice Set 4 — same skill, fresh questions, full answers.

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Grade
6th Grade
Subject
Math
Topic
Problem Solving & Word Problems
Difficulty
Level 1 · Easier
Estimated time
20 minutes
Curriculum
Texas grade levels (TEKS)
Questions
8
Answers
Included, with working
Format
PDF (A4), print or complete online

Students will practice

  • recognizing equal-group problems
  • choosing multiplication or division
  • interpreting remainders

Curriculum: Texas grade levels (TEKS). We show specific outcome codes only where they have been verified against the official curriculum document.

What's next?

Completed: 6th Grade Multiplication and Division Word Problems Worksheet — Level 1

  1. 16th Grade Multiplication and Division Word Problems Worksheet — Level 2
  2. 26th Grade Multiplication and Division Word Problems Worksheet — Level 3
Harder: Level 2 · Standard →

How to use this worksheet

  1. Print the PDF or complete it on screen. Write the student's name and date at the top.
  2. Read the instructions for each part together before starting. Encourage working to be shown, not just answers.
  3. Mark with the answer sheet. Compare the method, not only the final answer, and give credit for correct working.
  4. Record the score, celebrate what went well, then follow the "What's next" suggestion.

Common questions

Who is this worksheet for?

6th Grade students (typically ages 11–12) working on problem solving & word problems. It is pitched at level 1 · easier; a harder version is linked above.

Are the answers included?

Yes. The PDF includes a full answer sheet with the working for every question. You can also view the answers online.

How long does it take?

About 20 minutes for 8 questions. Short, regular sessions work best: two or three a week beats one long one.

Do I need to sign up to download?

No. Click Download Free PDF and it opens immediately. It is free for personal, classroom and homeschool use.

What should we do next?

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Success TutoringWorksheets6th Grade · Mathematics · Problem Solving & Word Problems

6th Grade Multiplication and Division Word Problems Worksheet — Level 1

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Show your work for each problem.

1.Max shares 54 candies equally between 6 friends. How many does each friend get?
2.Chloe shares 18 candies equally between 3 friends. How many does each friend get?
3.Olivia packs 14 muffins into bags of 3. How many full bags are there, and how many muffins are left over?
4.Harper packs 35 muffins into bags of 8. How many full bags are there, and how many muffins are left over?
5.Hunter packs 33 muffins into bags of 4. How many full bags are there, and how many muffins are left over?
6.Ruby shares 45 candies equally between 9 friends. How many does each friend get?
7.Cooper packs 41 muffins into bags of 5. How many full bags are there, and how many muffins are left over?
8.Max packs 27 muffins into bags of 5. How many full bags are there, and how many muffins are left over?
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Last reviewed
1 October 2026
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