Solve problems with 4-digit dividends using factors and long division
I can solve problems with 4-digit dividends using factors and long division.
Solve problems with 4-digit dividends using factors and long division
I can solve problems with 4-digit dividends using factors and long division.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Factors of a divisor can be used to divide a dividend.
- Listing multiples of the divisor improves efficiency and accuracy with written division methods.
- Listing multiples helps to reduce the number of steps in the long division.
Keywords
Factor - Factors are numbers that multiply together to equal another number.
Long division - Long division is a method used for dividing large numbers by breaking the number down into smaller groups.
Prime number - A prime number is a number with exactly 2 factors.
Remainder - A remainder is an amount left after a division.
Common misconception
Pupils may be overwhelmed by the long division algorithm, especially with using multiples of the divisor and subsequent subtraction calculations.
Encourage pupils to complete and make use of the multiplication facts tables to support them in their calculation.
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Licence
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Lesson video
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
140 ÷ 10 = 14
28 ÷ 2 = 14
56 ÷ 4 = 14
280 ÷ 20 = 14
420 ÷ 30 = 14
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Exit quiz
6 Questions
