Key learning points

1. Multiples of a number can be found and listed by counting on or knowledge of multiplication tables.
2. Multiples of a number can be found and listed by finding a product.
3. Common multiples of 2 or more numbers can be found from a list.
4. There are multiple ways to identify common multiples, some are more efficient than others depending on the numbers.
5. To compare fractions it may be helpful to identify the lowest common denominator.

Keywords

• Common multiple - A common multiple is a number that is a multiple of two or more numbers.

• Multiple - A multiple is the product of a number and an integer.

Common misconception