Fractions - Subtract Mixed Numbers - Starter

As part of a Year 6 mathematics curriculum for the Autumn term, week 10, day 3, students are challenged with a series of arithmetic problems to enhance their fluency in numerical operations. The 'Fluent in Four' revision segment includes calculations such as multiplying 438 by 6 and doubling 246 then multiplying it by half of 18. These exercises are designed to reinforce students' multiplication skills and their ability to handle compound operations. Additionally, pupils are tasked with a practical word problem where they calculate the total distance walked by Malachi on a Monday, summing up fractional distances to school, to the shop, and back home. The fractions involved are 4/5 km, 1/2 km, and 5/6 km, respectively.

Further developing their data interpretation skills, students are presented with a table that details the breakfast habits of different age groups. They are required to determine the total number of individuals aged 14-17 and 21-30 who skip breakfast, using the given figures for each age bracket. In the scenario provided, the totals are 57 for ages 14-17 and 27 for ages 21-30, which when combined give a total of 84 people. Additionally, the pupils engage in a real-life application of subtraction when they calculate the remaining amount of money Leanna has after purchasing an item for £7.48 from her initial £19.67, resulting in a balance of £12.19. These exercises aim to solidify the students' understanding of mixed number operations and practical application of mathematics in everyday situations.