Solve problems involving multiplying proper fractions by whole numbers
I can solve problems involving multiplying proper fractions by whole numbers.
Solve problems involving multiplying proper fractions by whole numbers
I can solve problems involving multiplying proper fractions by whole numbers.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Use the language of unitising '__ groups of __ is equal to __'
- The numerator of the fraction is multiplied by the whole number and the denominator remains the same.
- If the product is an improper fraction you can convert it to a mixed number.
Keywords
Numerator - A numerator is the top number in a fraction. It shows how many parts we have.
Denominator - A denominator is the bottom number in a fraction. It shows how many parts a whole has been divided into.
Proper fraction - A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator.
Improper fraction - An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than the denominator.
Common misconception
Multiplying a fraction by a larger whole number means the product will be larger.
In these examples, encourage children to see the whole number as a multiplier. Relate this back to representations where the fraction is shown to represent an area or a quantity. This should help to identify the fraction's magnitude when reasoning.
To help you plan your year 5 maths lesson on: Solve problems involving multiplying proper fractions by whole numbers, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 5 maths lesson on: Solve problems involving multiplying proper fractions by whole numbers, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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