Arithmetic Rules Set To Song
A rhythmic recap of core non-calculator arithmetic rules, set to a catchy tune with on-screen worked examples. It covers order of operations (BIDMAS), rules for adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing negative numbers, column methods for whole numbers, and techniques for aligning and computing decimals. Each rule is paired with a short numeric example so viewers can see the rule applied step by step. Useful for students revising foundational arithmetic before exams and teachers wanting a memorable review tool.
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The prompt that made it
Make this into a song with quation examples Section 1 — Non-Calculator Arithmetic 1. Orders of Operations Powers first × and ÷ left to right and − left to right Brackets first 2. Negative Numbers and + → + − and − → − and − → subtract × or ÷: same signs → + × or ÷: different signs → − 3. Whole Number Arithmetic Addition → columns Subtraction → columns Multiplication → multiply Division → divide 4. Decimals Line up decimal points Add zeros if needed 5. Adding and Subtracting Decimals Line up decimal points Add or subtract 6. Multiplying and Dividing Decimals × → multiply, then place decimal ÷ → make divisor whole, then divide Audience: Me
Make the next one in this series
- Make a song covering fraction rules: adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing fractions with examples
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