Section: Arithmetic and Pre-Algebra | Assumed knowledge (Mathematics Skills) | OpenDesk

  • Arithmetic and Pre-Algebra

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    This section includes resources to help to develop your skills with arithmetic.

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    Calculating with negative numbers (printable handout)

    This 7 minute video covers how to calculate with negative numbers.

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    Order of Operations (printable handout)

    This 7 minute video covers the importance of the order of operations with examples.

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    Fractions (printable handout)

    This 16 minute video covers:

    • Equivalent fractions 
    • Mixed number and improper fractions 
    • Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

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    Decimals: Fractions in other forms (printable handout)

    This 11 minute video covers: 

    • the link between fractions and decimals 
    • converting between fractions and decimals 
    • percentages, including percentage increase and decrease 
    • rates

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