CBSE Class 6 Mathematics – Prime Time

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CBSE Class 6 Mathematics – Prime Time

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6th - Mathematics

Prime Time

Chapter Overview

The chapter Prime Time focuses on prime and composite numbers, their properties, and their applications. Students will understand the importance of factors and multiples, identify prime and composite numbers, and use prime factorization techniques such as factor trees and divisibility rules. The chapter also introduces concepts like LCM, HCF, and tests for divisibility to solve real-life and mathematical problems.

Important Keywords

  • Prime Number: A number greater than 1 that has only two factors: 1 and itself.
  • Composite Number: A number that has more than two factors.
  • Even Number: A number divisible by 2.
  • Odd Number: A number not divisible by 2.
  • Factor: A number that divides another number exactly.
  • Multiple: The product of a number with any other whole number.
  • Prime Factorization: Breaking down a number into a product of prime numbers.
  • LCM (Least Common Multiple): The smallest multiple common to two or more numbers.
  • HCF (Highest Common Factor): The greatest factor common to two or more numbers.

Detailed Notes

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