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YEAR 3 · PRIMARY MATHEMATICS

Money and problem solving.

Use dollars and cents to plan purchases and explain financial choices.

5 lessons

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Learn the method, follow the examples, then try the worksheet.

  1. 01

    Dollars and cents

    Connect dollars, cents and written prices using Australian money.

    12 min · Worked examples & worksheet
  2. 02

    Equivalent amounts

    Make and compare equal money amounts using different Australian coins.

    12 min · Worked examples & worksheet
  3. 03

    Modelling purchases

    Choose addition, multiplication or subtraction to plan purchases and check change.

    12 min · Worked examples & worksheet
  4. 04

    Needs and wants

    Explain needs and wants in a stated situation and make a choice within a budget.

    12 min · Worked examples & worksheet
  5. 05

    Class enterprise and others' wellbeing

    Plan a small class stall, account for costs and explain how its money can help people.

    15 min · Worked examples & worksheet
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