KS2 Primary Maths Age 9-13 - Length: - Explained

The video tutorial focuses on solving a typical 11 plus paper question. It skips the arithmetic section and directly addresses a problem involving calculating the total length marked with X. The problem requires understanding the relationship between two strips of different sections and lengths. The tutorial explains how to find the unknown length by comparing sections and performing basic arithmetic operations. The solution is detailed, with emphasis on the importance of finding the length of individual sections to arrive at the correct total length. The tutorial also highlights the marking scheme for the question.

What is the primary focus of the questions discussed in the 11 plus paper?

• Science experiments

• Basic arithmetic operations

• Grammar and vocabulary

• Questions requiring thought and planning

In the problem discussed, what is the length of the blue and orange strips?

• 35 centimeters

• 30 centimeters

• 25 centimeters

• 20 centimeters

How many sections does the blue strip have?

• 3 sections

• 4 sections

• 5 sections

• 6 sections

What is the length of each section of the blue strip?

• 5 centimeters

• 7 centimeters

• 4 centimeters

• 6 centimeters

What is the total length of X calculated in the problem?

• 42 centimeters

• 40 centimeters

• 38 centimeters

• 36 centimeters