Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication and Division - Factors - Worksheet

The worksheet provides a practical and engaging way for children to explore the concepts of factors, multiples, and their differences. Students begin by investigating true or false statements about factor pairs and using counters for verification. For example, they examine whether given pairs like 2 and 5 are factors of 10, or if 3 and 6 are factors of 15. This hands-on approach helps to clarify the distinction between factors—numbers that divide exactly into another number—and multiples—the results of multiplying a number by another whole number.

Further activities involve filling in missing factors for given numbers, such as 24, and ensuring all factors have been found through systematic investigation. Advanced exercises challenge students to use their understanding of factors and multiples to crack a code by matching numbers to letters based on mathematical clues. For instance, they might look for a single-digit multiple of 3, or a number that is both a multiple of 11 and a factor of 66. These activities not only reinforce mathematical fluency and precision but also integrate problem-solving and critical thinking skills.