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Multiplying Decimals using the Grid Method

 

Students learn about multiplying decimals using the grid method.

Throughout the lesson, students are encouraged to estimate solutions and compare their estimates to the exact answer.

Differentiated Learning Objectives
  • All students should be able to calculate the product of decimals and integers.
  • Most students should be able to calculate the product of two, two-digit decimal numbers.
  • Some students should be able to calculate the square and cube of a decimal number.
Scheme of Work Link
Working with Decimal Numbers

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