Aims of Syllabus

The Primary Mathematics Syllabus aims to enable all students to:

• acquire mathematical concepts and skills for everyday use and continuous learning in mathematics;
• develop thinking, reasoning, communication, application and metacognitive skills through a mathematical approach to problem-solving; and
• build confidence and foster interest in mathematics

Source: MOE, Singapore

What is covered in this lesson?

This lesson continues to cover Ratio, focusing on identifying common bases through concepts such as:

• Ratio Expression – Value of Units in Group/Total/Difference
• Identify Common Base – Group as Common Base
• Identify Common Base – Total as Common Base
• Equivalent Proportion – Value of Units in Total/Difference

Who is suitable to take this course?

• 11 years old
• Singapore – Primary 5
• Malaysia – Form 5
• American system – Grade 5
• UK system – Year 5