Problem solving with factors, multiples, squares and cubes
I can use my knowledge of factors, multiples, squares and cubes to solve problems.
Problem solving with factors, multiples, squares and cubes
I can use my knowledge of factors, multiples, squares and cubes to solve problems.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Knowledge of factors and multiples can be used to solve problems
- Knowledge of squares and cubes can be used to solve problems
- Knowledge of squares, cubes, multiples and factors can used to solve problems
Keywords
Square number - A square number is the product of two repeated integers
Cube number - A cube number is the product of three repeated integers
Multiple - A multiple is the product of a number and an integer
Numerical factor - A numerical factor is a factor that is an integer
Common misconception
Real life measurements aren't always integers. Use of integers can give more a practical application
e.g. find the largest with 200 blocks, the cbrt(200) is not an integer so we use 5 x 5 x 5 =125
To help you plan your year 7 maths lesson on: Problem solving with factors, multiples, squares and cubes, 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 factors, multiples, squares and cubes, 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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Starter quiz
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Exit quiz
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