By the end of this unit, students will be able to:
- Understand the concept of multiplying numbers by 10, 100, and 1,000 and the resulting shift of digits to the left.
- Perform multiplications by shifting digits to the left by one, two, or three places when multiplying by powers of 10.
- Recognize the relationship between these multiplications and place value.
- Apply the concept of multiplying by powers of 10 to solve real-life and mathematical problems.
Curriculum Alignment: Year 5 Number – multiplication and division
- multiply and divide whole numbers and those involving decimals by 10, 100 and 1,000