KS2 Primary Maths Age 13-17 - Calculations: Word Problems - Explained

The video tutorial explains how to calculate the total cost of a toy car and a packet of stickers, and then determine the change from a 10 pound note. It involves adding the costs of the items and subtracting the total from the amount paid. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of aligning decimal points and digits correctly during calculations. The final answer is £6.87, with marks awarded for both the correct answer and method.

What is the total cost of the toy car and the packet of stickers?

• £5.13

• £2.13

• £3.13

• £4.13

What is the first step in solving the problem of calculating change?

• Estimate the total cost

• Add the costs of the items purchased

• Subtract the total cost from the amount paid

• Round the total cost to the nearest pound

What is the cost of the toy car?

• £1.49

• £2.64

• £1.64

• £2.49

How much change does John receive from a £10 note after his purchase?

• £8.87

• £7.87

• £6.87

• £5.87

Why is it important to align decimal points and digits correctly when calculating change?

• To avoid using a calculator

• To ensure accuracy in the result

• To make it look neat

• To make the calculation faster