Number and Algebra resources

Students work out the number of covered counters on a 10 x 10 array.

For this NEMP task students interpret a table of Olympic 1500-metre times, identifying fastest and slowest times.

For this NEMP task students represent the number six in ten different ways using the four arithmetic operations.

Students calculate different fractions of given whole numbers.

Students calculate fractions of whole numbers using number of goals scored in a soccer season.

Students identify given fractions of sets.

Students identify windows that are covered by curtains for given fractions.

Students select from a range of given numbers to complete a 4 x 4 'number square' with given row and column totals.

Students identify the coins that make up specified amounts of money.

Students complete addition and subtraction story problems using the vertical algorithm.

Students perform addition, subtraction and division calculations based on numbers of coloured jelly beans.

Students use matchsticks to continue a triangular spatial pattern and write a rule to describe the number needed for each pattern. They then complete a table and a rule to show the relationship between the number of triangles and the number of matchsticks.

Students solve a number of mathematical problems involving money and distance, and compare the results to identify the cheapest taxi company.

Students use sticks to continue given patterns, and identify the number of sticks needed to make the new shapes in the pattern.

Students identify odd and even numbers by colouring them different colours.

Students calculate the amount of money saved from given percentage discounts on bikes.

Students perform calculations involving rates of pay, distances, and quantities.

Students answer questions that involve adding, and subtracting several numbers.

Students answer questions involving negative numbers about rising and falling water levels.

For this NEMP task students calculate ratios, fractions, and percentages of numbers to solve problems involving numbers of blue and yellow bears. A sheet of coloured bears is provided.

Students complete a table and write a rule about the number of leaves on a growing plant.

Students demonstrate their understanding of order of operations by explaining how a correct answer is calculated.

Students use given numbers to work out rules.

Students perform calculations using the times taken to carry out a range of fitness activities.

Students calculate the cost of several cans of soft drinks, the maximum number bought for a given cost, and the change given after buying several cans.