Lesson 2.1: Number System & Simplification
Description:
The number system is the foundation of mathematics and includes integers, fractions, and decimals. Simplification problems test your calculation speed and accuracy.
Key Topics:
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Properties of Numbers: Prime numbers, even & odd numbers, divisibility rules.
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LCM & HCF: Shortcut methods using prime factorization.
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Simplification Tricks: BODMAS rule, approximation techniques.
Example:
Find the value of:
(125×8)÷(5×4)(125 × 8) ÷ (5 × 4)
Solution: 125 × 8 = 1000, 5 × 4 = 20 → 1000 ÷ 20 = 50.
