KS2 Primary Maths Age 13-17 - Calculations: Word Problems - Explained

The video tutorial explains how to solve a problem involving cutting a 4-meter ribbon into three pieces. The lengths of the first two pieces are given, and the task is to find the length of the third piece. The instructor demonstrates the method by first adding the lengths of the first two pieces and then subtracting the sum from the total length of the ribbon. The importance of showing the method for full marks is emphasized, and the video concludes with a reminder about the marking scheme.

What is the total length of ribbon Jacob has?

• 6 meters

• 5 meters

• 4 meters

• 3 meters

How long is the first piece of ribbon?

• 1.28 meters

• 1.65 meters

• 1.07 meters

• 2.93 meters

What is the combined length of the first two pieces of ribbon?

• 2.93 meters

• 2.50 meters

• 3.00 meters

• 3.28 meters

What operation is used to find the length of the third piece of ribbon?

• Addition

• Multiplication

• Subtraction

• Division

What is the length of the third piece of ribbon?

• 1.28 meters

• 1.65 meters

• 2.93 meters

• 1.07 meters