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Year 7 - Maths

Deepening understanding of place value in integers

Place value

Unit Summary

In this unit pupils revisit, secure and develop their understanding of place value with integers, decimals, fractions, metric and imperial units. This knowledge is then extended to order and compare numbers of increasing complexity.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to state the value of any digit in any given integer in any given form.

Key Notes

  • An integer can be read aloud in different ways.
  • Context may affect how an integer is read aloud.
  • An integer can be written using its digits when described in different ways.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • Digit: A digit is one of the symbols of a number system. In our number system we use the digits 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9.
  • Integer: An integer is any positive or negative whole number or zero. E.g. -2, 0, 153 are all examples of integers.

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • 40 thousands placing the 4 in the thousands column.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Solve this in steps: explain the method from this lesson and why each step matters.

An integer can be read aloud in different ways. Context may affect how an integer is read aloud.

2. Use this key word in a maths sentence and explain it clearly. 'Digit'

A digit is one of the symbols of a number system. In our number system we use the digits 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9. Use this word when showing your method, then check your final answer is reasonable.

3. Spot and fix this common maths mistake.

Mistake: 40 thousands placing the 4 in the thousands column. Correction: As there are 40 thousands the 4 is in the ten thousands column.

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