Use divisibility rules for multiples of 6
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can use divisibility rules for multiples of 6
Key learning points
- For every one group of 6 there are two groups of 3
- For a number to be divisible by 6, it must be divisible by both 2 and 3
Keywords
Digit sum - The sum of the digits of a number is called its digit sum.
Divisible / divisibility - Divisibility is when division of a number results in another whole number. A number is divisible by another if it can be shared exactly with no remainder.
Multiple - A multiple is the result of multiplying a number by another whole number.
Common misconception
Lack of understanding of key terms such as: 'digit,' 'number.' Pupils may also forget how to identify an even number.
Remind children that even numbers end in 0, 2, 4, 6 or 8. Explain clearly the difference between the key terms and encourage children to test the divisibility rule on both 3 digit and 4 digit numbers.
Teacher tip
Encourage children to test the divisibility rule starting with 2 digit numbers then moving on to 3 and 4 digit numbers. The commutative law is explored whereby a + b = b + a. Continue to chorally rehearse the 6times tables.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What single number fits into this gaps to make this correct? 18 ÷ 6 =
Q2.Order the multiples of 6 from the lowest to highest.
Q3.Identify the multiples of 6
Q4.Match the expressions to the products.
36
42
54
30
48
Q5.Andeep has 72 guinea cards and shares them between 6 friends. How many cards does each friend get?
Q6.A bakery has baked 420 cupcakes. They are packed into boxes of 6. Which calculations will help to solve this problem?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Select the even numbers.
Q2.Select the multiples of 6
Q3.Select the numbers that are exactly divisible by 2
Q4.Is 8,223 a multiple of 6?
Q5.Is 732 a multiple of 6?
Q6.Is 7,014 a multiple of 6?
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