Problem solving with fractions and decimals
I can use my knowledge of fractions and decimals to solve problems.
Problem solving with fractions and decimals
I can use my knowledge of fractions and decimals to solve problems.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Fractions can be used to solve problems in context.
- Converting to decimals may be useful to solve problems in context.
- It may be necessary to order a set of fractions and decimals to solve problems in context.
- Fractions and decimals can be useful in solving in many real world problems.
Keywords
Improper fraction - An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.
Proportion - Proportion is a part to whole (sometimes part to part) comparison.
Common misconception
Assuming that there are 100 minutes in an hour and converting 3.25 hours to 3 hours 25 minutes.
Start with half an hour, pupils should be happy that half an hour is 30 mins, show it written as a decimal to highlight it's not 3.3 hours
To help you plan your year 7 maths lesson on: Problem solving with fractions and decimals, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 7 maths lesson on: Problem solving with fractions and decimals, 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.
We use learning cycles to break down learning into key concepts or ideas linked to the learning outcome. Each learning cycle features explanations with checks for understanding and practice tasks with feedback. All of this is found in our slide decks, ready for you to download and edit. The practice tasks are also available as printable worksheets and some lessons have additional materials with extra material you might need for teaching the lesson.
The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
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Starter quiz
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Exit quiz
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