Max Maths, Year 5, Learn together, Word problems (2)

In a practical application of time conversion and addition, Year 5 students are presented with a word problem involving Samir's weekly bike riding duration. The problem begins with a reference to a conversion table, clarifying that 5 hours is equivalent to 300 minutes. To determine Samir's total biking time, students are instructed to subtract 300 minutes from 315 minutes, leaving 15 minutes. By combining the two amounts, they establish that 315 minutes is the sum of 300 minutes and 15 minutes, which translates to 5 hours and 15 minutes. Consequently, it is deduced that Samir rides his bike for 5 hours and 15 minutes each week, showcasing the students' ability to work with time measurements and perform basic arithmetic operations.

Another word problem invites the students to calculate the finishing time for Padma's reading session. Starting at 5.15 p.m., Padma reads for a duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes. The students tackle the problem by adding the time in increments. First, they add one hour to the start time, resulting in 6.15 p.m. Then, they add the remaining 30 minutes to this time, arriving at 6.45 p.m. This methodical approach to solving the problem not only reinforces the concept of time addition but also helps students grasp the process of breaking down time durations into smaller, manageable parts to facilitate easier calculations. The solution is that Padma finishes her reading at 6.45 p.m., providing a clear example of how to apply time calculations in everyday scenarios.