Square and cube numbers
I can explain the concept of squared and cubed numbers and calculate them.
Square and cube numbers
I can explain the concept of squared and cubed numbers and calculate them.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- A square number can be represented by dots making a square.
- A square number is the product of two identical integers.
- A cube number can be made into a cube.
- A cube number is the product of three identical integers.
Common misconception
Students think that all numbers are square numbers as you can square any integer.
A square is the product of 2 repeated integers.
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.
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
Product -
The result of two or more numbers multiplied together.
Square number -
The product of two repeated integers
Cube number -
The product of three repeated integers