Year 5 Word Problems
Solve multi-step problems involving percentages, fractions, speed, and large numbers.
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Worked examples
RookieRead and interpret directly.
School has 528 pupils. 12 classes equally. Per class?
- 44
- 44.0
- 53
- 60
Answer: 44. 528 ÷ 12 = 44.
ProCompare and infer.
Ben buys 4 packs of stickers at £2.85 each. Change from £20?
- £8.60
- £11.40
- £17.15
- £12.00
Answer: £8.60. 11.40 cost; 20 − 11.40 = 8.60.
GuruMulti-step reasoning.
Why is it sometimes useful to estimate before calculating?
- Estimating gives a quick check — if your final answer is wildly different, you know you've made an error.
- Estimation is exact.
- Estimation is required.
- Vague.
Answer: Estimating gives a quick check — if your final answer is wildly different, you know you've made an error.. Estimation as sanity check.
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- What is covered in Year 5 Word Problems?
- Solve multi-step problems involving percentages, fractions, speed, and large numbers. Key skills include Percentages Word Problems, Speed Distance Time.
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