Grade 5 · Year 6 · Class 5 · ages 10–11 · Number sense
Squares and cubes: Grade 5 practice
Square and cube numbers, such as 7² = 49 and 3³ = 27. Eight questions at a time, instant feedback and a mastery score from 0 to 100.
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The idea in one minute
A square number is a number multiplied by itself, which can be drawn as a square of dots.
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One question at each level. Tap a question to see the answer.
Easy 6² =
Answer: 36
Medium 5² =
Answer: 25
Challenge 5² =
Answer: 25
More ways to practise squares and cubes
- Printable squares and cubes worksheet with an answer key (new questions every time)
- Prime Hunter: Tap every prime, square, multiple or factor hidden in a grid of numbers.
- Number Sequences: Spot the pattern and type the next number. Add, multiply, squares, Fibonacci and more.
- All Grade 5 practice · Number sense worksheets
Related skills
- Prime and composite numbers (Grade 5)
- Factors and multiples (Grade 4)
- Roman numerals (Grade 4)
- Estimate sums and differences (Grade 4)
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FAQ
Squares and cubes: questions
What grade is squares and cubes?
It is usually taught in Grade 5 (Year 6 in England, Class 5 in India, ages 10–11), though schools and countries differ. Try the grade above or below if it feels too hard or too easy.
What does a squares and cubes question look like?
For example: "5² =" The answer is 25. A square number is a number multiplied by itself, which can be drawn as a square of dots.
What should I learn before and after squares and cubes?
Before it, try comparing large numbers (Grade 4). After it, move on to prime and composite numbers (Grade 5).
How can I get better at squares and cubes?
A square number is a number multiplied by itself, which can be drawn as a square of dots. Practise a little every day, read the hint after each wrong answer, and use the printable worksheet when you want to write it out.
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