Key Stage 4 (GCSE) · Years 10-11 · Number · Structure and calculation
N6use positive integer powers and associated real roots (square, cube and higher), recognise powers of 2, 3, 4, 5; estimate powers and roots of any given positive number
GCSE subject content
GCSE specifications in mathematics should require students to use positive integer powers and associated real roots (square, cube and higher), recognise powers of 2, 3, 4, 5; estimate powers and roots of any given positive number
Tier: This item is set in standard type: all students develop confidence and competence with it. The clause “estimate powers and roots of any given positive number” is bold (Higher tier only).
Source: Department for Education, GCSE mathematics: subject content and assessment objectives. Crown copyright information reproduced under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
uk-gcse-ma-n-06. The DfE numbers this item 6 within Number; the N6 form follows the awarding bodies' convention.Relevant worksheets
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Related teaching units
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