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Interpreting Remainders: Rounding Up or Down by Context
Determine whether a remainder requires rounding up (e.g. buses needed) or dropping (e.g. items bought) based on problem context.

Determine whether a remainder requires rounding up (e.g. buses needed) or dropping (e.g. items bought) based on problem context.
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5th Grade · Math · Australian Curriculum
8 lessons
Solve multi-digit division problems using efficient mental and written strategies, interpreting remainders as whole numbers, fractions or decimals according to context.
solve problems involving division, choosing efficient strategies and using digital tools where appropriate; interpret any remainder according to the context and express results as a whole number, decimal or fraction