Year 7 - Maths
Limitations of technology in calculations
Comparing and ordering fractions and decimals (positive and negative)
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Unit Summary
This unit develops understanding and manipulation of fractions, including conversion between fractions to terminating and recurring decimals. Pupils then learn strategies to order fractions of increasing complexity.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to enter fractions as divisions on a calculator (and other technology) and understand the limitations of the decimal representation that results.
Key Notes
- The line in a fraction means divide.
- A calculator can be used to convert a fraction to a decimal using division.
- There might be limitations of the decimal representation of fractions.
Vocabulary To Learn
- Recurring decimals: A recurring decimal is one that has an infinite number of digits after the decimal point
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Incorrect inputting of negative numbers and/or exponents.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Solve this in steps: explain the method from this lesson and why each step matters.
The line in a fraction means divide. A calculator can be used to convert a fraction to a decimal using division.
2. Use this key word in a maths sentence and explain it clearly. 'Recurring decimals'
A recurring decimal is one that has an infinite number of digits after the decimal point. Use this word when showing your method, then check your final answer is reasonable.
3. Spot and fix this common maths mistake.
Mistake: Incorrect inputting of negative numbers and/or exponents. Correction: Encourage the use of brackets when using exponents.
More Lessons In This Unit
- Between numbers Study Guide
- Checking and securing converting improper fractions to mixed numbers Study Guide
- Checking and securing converting mixed numbers to improper fractions Study Guide
- Checking and securing understanding of fractions Study Guide
- Converting fractions to recurring decimals Study Guide
- Converting fractions to terminating decimals Study Guide
- Converting fractions with technology Study Guide
- Converting terminating decimals to fractions Study Guide
- Ordering decimals Study Guide
- Ordering fractions by converting Study Guide
- Ordering fractions by way of a common denominator Study Guide
- Ordering fractions in different ways Study Guide
- Ordering negative integers Study Guide
- Ordering positive and negative fractions and decimals Study Guide
- Problem solving with fractions and decimals Study Guide
- Simplifying fractions Study Guide
- The identity property of multiplication and division Study Guide
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