Explain the relationship between adjacent multiples of 10
I can explain the relationship between adjacent multiples of 10
Explain the relationship between adjacent multiples of 10
I can explain the relationship between adjacent multiples of 10
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Adjacent multiples of 10 have a difference of 10
- If you add 10 to a multiple of 10 you get the next multiple of 10
- If you subtract 10 from a multiple of 10 you get the previous multiple of 10
Keywords
Previous - Occurring before in time or order.
Next - Occurring after in time or order.
Common misconception
Pupils may not understand the keyword adjacent and have difficulty understanding the word problems.
Model correct usage in a range of contexts including labelling abstract equations and using the term to identify the known elements in worded problems. Take time to show adjacent on number lines connecting to addition and subtraction of equal groups.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Aisha is counting on in 10s. What multiple of 10 comes next? 70, 80, 90,
Q2.Select the different ways of saying 40
Q3.Complete: 6 tens are

Q4.Look at the representation below which shows 10 pence coins. This is the same as 7 ×

Q5.What is the total value of these 10 pence coins? p

Q6.There are 10 sweets in each packet. If there are 90 sweets altogether, how many packets of sweets are there?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Look at the number sequence: ___, 60, 70
To find the previous multiple of 10 you must ________ 10
Q2.Look at the number sequence: 60, 70, ___ To find the next multiple of 10 you must ________ 10
Q3.The next multiple of 10 from 40 is: 40,
Q4.Sweets come in packets of 10 What is the missing multiple from the table?

Q5.Look at the representation below. Select the correct equation which shows this.

Q6.Look at the representation below. Select the correct equation which shows this.
