When we solve some number problems, using groups can help us work out the parts of our problems in the correct order. Brackets help to show us the groups we are working on first.

Worked Examples

Question 1

Write the number sentence described as:

The sum of $4$4 and $6$6 is multiplied by $2$2.

Question 2

Write the number sentence described as:

Multiply $2$2 less than $9$9 with $2$2 more than $7$7.

Question 3

Write the number sentence described as:

$4$4 less than $6$6 is divided by $5$5 less than $6$6.

Outcomes

6.NS.KN.2

Place value (recapitulation and extension), connectives: use of symbols =, <, > and use of brackets

Write number sentences with grouping symbols

Worked Examples

Question 1

Question 2

Question 3

Outcomes

6.NS.KN.2

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