KS2 Primary Maths Age 13-17 - Calculations: Written Division - Explained

The video tutorial explains how to solve a division problem using two different methods. The first method involves simplifying the problem by ignoring zeros, while the second method uses the bus stop technique. Both methods arrive at the same answer, demonstrating different approaches to problem-solving.

What is the main reason the teacher wants to demonstrate both methods of solving the division problem?

• To make the lesson longer

• To confuse the students

• To cater to students with different levels of understanding

• To show off their mathematical skills

In the simplified division method, what is the result of dividing 27 by 3?

• 8

• 10

• 9

• 6

What is the final answer when using the simplified method to divide 270 by 3?

• 85

• 95

• 80

• 90

In the bus stop method, what happens when you try to divide 3 into 2?

• It goes 3 times

• It doesn't go

• It goes 2 times

• It goes 1 time

What is the final answer when using the bus stop method to divide 270 by 3?

• 95

• 90

• 85

• 80