Explain where zero can be part of a multiplication or division expression and the impact it has
I can explain where zero can be part of a multiplication or division expression and the impact it has.
Explain where zero can be part of a multiplication or division expression and the impact it has
I can explain where zero can be part of a multiplication or division expression and the impact it has.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- When zero is a factor, the product is zero.
- Zero can represent the group size or the number of groups in a multiplication context.
- In a division, zero can be the dividend but not the divisor.
Keywords
Dividend - The dividend is the number being divided.
Divisor - The divisor is a number that will divide the dividend exactly.
Quotient - The quotient is the result of the dividend being divided by the divisor.
Common misconception
Many pupils will come into the lesson believing that the value of 3 ÷ 0 is 0
Make sure that you use other examples of related multiplication and division equations to show how they can help to disprove the idea that the divisor can be used as zero. Keep them clearly displayed on the learning wall.
Licence
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Lesson video
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
number of groups
group size
Exit quiz
6 Questions
dividend
divisor
quotient