Use knowledge of column addition and subtraction to calculate with decimal numbers
I can use knowledge of column addition and subtraction to calculate with decimal numbers.
Use knowledge of column addition and subtraction to calculate with decimal numbers
I can use knowledge of column addition and subtraction to calculate with decimal numbers.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Numbers are recorded in columns with the same value digits in each column.
- Start with the smallest value column in case numbers need to be regrouped or exchanged.
- If the value of a digit in the minuend is greater than the same digit in the subtrahend, you will need to exchange.
- Make sure that any regrouped numbers are added in with others of the same value.
Keywords
Decimal number - A decimal number has a decimal point followed by digits that show the fractional part.
Regrouping - The process of unitising and exchanging between place values is known as regrouping. For example: ten ones can be regrouped for one ten.
Place value - The value of a digit in a number based on where it is placed.
Common misconception
Pupils regroup incorrectly, particularly when subtracting e.g. exchanging one ten for ten ones.
Build the calculation using place value counters on a grid set out like a column method. Ask pupils to represent regrouping with counters.
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