Prime and Composite Numbers
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Objective
I can show if a number up to 100 is prime or composite by drawing a picture or using objects, and explain why.
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Warm-up video
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Practice
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Explain, in your own words, the difference between a prime number and a composite number.
Draw a picture using dots or other objects to show that the number 9 is a composite number. Explain how your picture demonstrates that 9 is composite.
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Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Use a drawing or objects to show whether the number 24 is prime or composite. Explain your reasoning. Use a drawing or objects to show whether the number 37 is prime or composite. Explain your reasoning. ”
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