Fractions of a whole (age 9+)

MathematicsFractionsAges 9–10

Solve word problems involving multiplication of a fraction by a whole number using visual models and equations

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If each section of a garden uses 3/4 of a bag of compost and there are 4 sections, can your child work out how many bags are needed in total?

Solve word problems involving multiplication of a fraction by a whole number using visual models and equations

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Fractions of a whole (age 9+)Procedural concept

Each person eats 3/8 of a pizza and there are 5 people — how many pizzas are needed?
A ribbon is cut into pieces of 2/3 metre; how long are 4 pieces altogether?
Between what two whole numbers does 6 × 3/4 lie?

“If each section of a garden uses 3/4 of a bag of compost and there are 4 sections, can your child work out how many bags are needed in total?”