Use knowledge of the distributive law to solve two part problems
I can use knowledge of the distributive law to solve two part addition problems efficiently.
Use knowledge of the distributive law to solve two part problems
I can use knowledge of the distributive law to solve two part addition problems efficiently.
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Key learning points
- Partitioning a factor is called distribution or using the distributive law.
- Factors can be re-combined to simplify 2-part addition problems.
- Five 9s plus three 9s is equal to eight 9s.
Keywords
Common factors - When we compare lists of factors of two or more numbers, any factors that are the same are the common factors.
Distributive law - The distributive law says that multiplying a number by a group of numbers added together is the same as doing each multiplication separately.
Common misconception
When looking at an expression such as 9 × 3 + 9 × 6 children might be tempted to add first leading to an expression like this: 9 × 12 × 6
Ensure that you support the equation with the arrays so that pupils understand where the multiplication expressions come from and they can match the partial products to the arrays.
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