1. Fractions and decimals
N2.3 Core Plenary
Investigate the value of the fractions in each of these patterns of fractions.
Make up and investigate similar patterns of your own.
Preamble Small groups could perform this investigation, reporting back to the whole class. The open-ended investigation at the end should encourage pupils to experiment. Many sequences of fractions initially appear to give a pattern, but most of these soon break down. Accuracy is paramount, as errors tend to be compounded. In explaining patterns, pupils should be encouraged to use the correct vocabulary of fractions.
Possible content Continuation of patterns, simplifying fractions.
Resources None.
Solutions/Notes The values of all fractions in the first sequence is ⅓.
The fractions in the second sequence make the pattern