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How to Multiply Fractions
Howcast - Don't let math intimidate you. Whether you're multiplying two fractions or a fraction and a whole number, solve the problem without a calculator in just a few steps.
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How to Read a Ruler
Howcast - Your ruler shouldn't be used only to draw a straight line. Make sense of all those little lines and take advantage of its intended use.
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How to Read a Tape Measure
Howcast - Don't let all those little lines dissuade you from using a tape measure. Follow these guidelines to help you in reading all of those little ruler marks.
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Why Cats Rub Their Faces / Heads on Things
Howcast -Learn why cats rub their faces and heads on things from board-certified veterinary behaviorist Dr. E'Lise Christensen, DVM in this Howcast video.
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How to Add & Subtract Fractions
Once you know the trick to adding and subtracting fractions with different denominators, you'll have no problem with these problems.
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How to Divide Fractions
Math can be scary, but don't give up. Follow these simple steps, and soon you'll be dividing fractions like a pro.
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How to Multiply
The rules of multiplication extend beyond multiplying 2 whole numbers. Here are some of the others.
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Explain that non-unit fractions are made of more than one unit fraction
Pupil outcome: I can explain that non-unit fractions are made of more than one unit fraction. Key learning points: - A non-unit fraction has a numerator greater than 1; it is composed of more than one unit fraction. - We say, 'the whole...
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Identify and describe patterns in the number system
Pupil outcome: I can identify and describe patterns in the number system. Key learning points: - The pattern of counting in 50s can be seen in whole numbers and decimals. - The pattern of counting in 25s can be seen in whole numbers and...
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Express an amount of fifths as a mixed number and an improper fraction.
Pupil outcome: I can express an amount of fifths as a mixed number and an improper fraction. Key learning points: - A fraction with a numerator that is equal to or greater than the denominator is called an improper fraction. - Improper...
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Represent unit fractions in different ways
Pupil outcome: I can represent unit fractions in different ways. Key learning points: - You can represent fractions with a picture. - You can represent fractions with symbols. - You can represent fractions with names.
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Use knowledge of multiplication and division to solve scaling problems in a range of contexts
Pupil outcome: You can use knowledge of multiplication and division to solve scaling problems in a range of contexts Key learning points: - Multiplication and division are used to convert between measurements on a map or plan and those...
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Use the language of equivalent fractions correctly
Pupil outcome: I can use the language of equivalent fractions correctly. Key learning points: - Equivalent fractions have different numerators and denominators but represent the same value. - Equivalent fractions have the same position...
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Checking and securing converting improper fractions to mixed numbers
Pupil outcome: I can use awareness that fractions of the form a/b, where a>b, are greater than one and so convert from improper fractions to mixed numbers. Key learning points: - Fractions where the denominator and numerator are the same...
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Convert to and from fraction and decimal quantities of larger units
Pupil outcome: I can convert to and from fraction and decimal quantities of larger units. Key learning points: - 1 mm = 0.001km - 1 g = 0.001 kg - 1 ml = 0.001 l - 1 m = 0.001 km
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Dividing a whole number by a fraction
Pupil outcome: I can use the mathematical structures that underpin the division of fractions to divide a whole number by a fraction. Key learning points: - A diagram can help to show the underlying structure. - The whole number can be...
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Dividing with decimals
Pupil outcome: I can generalise and fluently use written division strategies to calculate accurately with decimals. Key learning points: - Divisions can be written as fractions. - Equivalent fractions mean an equivalent calculation can...
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Compare unit fractions by looking at the denominator
Pupil outcome: I can compare unit fractions by looking at the denominator. Key learning points: - When the whole is the same, the greater the number of equal parts, the smaller each equal part is. - When the whole is the same, the...
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Operations with algebraic fractions
Pupil outcome: I can multiply, divide, add and subtract with algebraic fractions. Key learning points: - When multiplying/dividing, it can be easier to fully factorise every expression first. - When dividing by an expression, it is...
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Vertex Form Extensions
In this video, we will work three problems using vertex form. 0:00 - rewriting standard form to vertex form. 3:25 - writing in vertex form when given vertex and another point on the parabola 5:54 - 2nd example of writing in vertex form...
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Partial Fractions
Find all six trig ratios given a point on the terminal side of theta. In this video we work this common type of problem. We use the Pythagorean Theorem to find "r" (hypotenuse), and then use the given "x" (adjacent) and "y" (opposite) to...
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Partial Fractions Repeated Linear Factor
Find all six trig ratios given a point on the terminal side of theta. In this video we work this common type of problem. We use the Pythagorean Theorem to find "r" (hypotenuse), and then use the given "x" (adjacent) and "y" (opposite) to...
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Solving Systems by Substitution 2
This is the second of two videos on solving systems of equations using the substitution method.