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

Ali and Jack both buy 12 stickers, but Ali buys a pack for £10.49 while Jack buys them individually at £0.99 each. The video demonstrates calculating Jack's total cost using long multiplication, resulting in £11.88. It then shows how to find the cost difference by subtracting Ali's cost from Jack's, concluding that Jack pays £1.39 more. The video emphasizes the importance of correct calculation methods and provides marks for the correct answer and method.

Describe the method used to calculate Jack's total cost.

What is the difference in cost between what Jack and Ali paid?