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AC9M1N06

Number > Division

Australian Curriculum Version 9 Says:

Use mathematical modelling to solve practical problems involving equal sharing and grouping; represent the situations with diagrams, physical and virtual materials, and use calculation strategies to solve the problem.

What this means

Solving Multiplication and Division problems. Use materials to help turn a grouping or sharing (division) story into numbers or a number sentence to help solve a problem (with no remainders).
Sharing problems. Share 12 lollies equally among 3 people. One for you, one for you … until all lollies are shared. How many will each person have? (4).
Grouping problems. 15 pencils. How many groups of 3 pencils can you make? Students move groups of three until there are none left. How many groups of 3? (4 groups of 3 pencils).

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These Quick Curriculum Guides have been designed to take a look at the Australian Mathematics Curriculum (AC9), explain terminology and provide interpretations.

Narelle and I have used our professional judgement to put forward what is appropriate for students at this year level.

Authors: Dr Paul Swan & Narelle Rice
We would like to also thank Linda Marshall and David Dunstan for comments and assistance.

These documents serve as general advice only and do not take into account your specific needs and conditions. While best care has been taken in compiling these materials, mistakes may exist.
Australian Curriculum version 9 materials used under Creative Commons licence from ACARA. Readers should always refer back to the curriculum itself and the state-based curriculum that is relevant for you.

This document is copyright of A-Z Type (Dr Paul Swan). A copy of this document may be downloaded from www.drpaulswan.com.au.