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Decimals to three places

Solve problems involving numbers with up to three decimal places

Suggested ages 9–10

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Learning journey

Your child is exploring fractions, decimals, and percentages — understanding how they relate to each other, adding and subtracting fractions, and solving real-world problems involving these concepts.

Evidence of understanding

  • Calculate the total of three measurements: 1.234 m + 0.567 m + 2.199 m
  • A bottle holds 1.5 litres; 0.375 l is poured out — how much remains?
  • Find two numbers with 3 d.p. that add to make 1

Assessment prompt

If Decimals to three places is filling a tank that holds 5.000 litres and has poured in 2.375 litres, can they work out how much more is needed to fill it?

Standards alignment

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