Year 2 Arithmetic
Add and subtract two-digit numbers; recall multiplication and division facts for 2, 5, and 10.
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Worked examples
RookieRead and interpret directly.
Find the total: 2 equal groups of 3.
- 3
- 5
- 9
- 6
Answer: 6. 2 groups of 3 is 2 × 3 = 6.
ProCompare and infer.
Start at 10 and make 2 jumps of 10 along the number line. Which number do you land on?
- 30
- 20
- 40
Answer: 30. Start at 10, then + 10 + 10 = 30.
GuruMulti-step reasoning.
This array has 4 rows of 2 dots. How many more dots are needed to make 14 altogether?
- 8
- 14
- 7
- 6
Answer: 6. The array has 4 × 2 = 8 dots. To reach 14: 14 − 8 = 6 more.
Skills in this topic
- AdditionAdd numbers using column methods and mental strategies.
- SubtractionSubtract numbers with regrouping using column methods and number lines.
- MultiplicationMultiply numbers using known facts, arrays and formal written methods.
- DivisionDivide numbers using sharing, grouping and short division, with remainders.
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- What is covered in Year 2 Arithmetic?
- Add and subtract two-digit numbers; recall multiplication and division facts for 2, 5, and 10. Key skills include Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division.
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