NCERT Class 5 Mathematics Math-Magic: Chapter 6 — BeMyMultiple, I'll beYourFactor
This chapter, 'Be My Multiple, I'll Be Your Factor' from NCERT Class 5 Mathematics Math-Magic, introduces the concepts of multiples and factors through engaging problems. It begins with a story about a mouse and a cat, where students determine if the mouse can escape based on their jumping steps (multiples). The chapter then uses a grid with numbers marked by different colours based on divisibility by 2, 3, and 4. Students identify numbers with all three colours, revealing letters that spell out a hidden word. This chapter helps students understand number patterns, divisibility rules, and the relationship between multiples and factors, crucial for building a strong foundation in mathematics for CBSE curriculum.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 5 |
| Subject | Mathematics |
| Book | Math-Magic |
| Chapter | Chapter 6 — BeMyMultiple, I'll beYourFactor |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 239 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand and identify multiples of numbers.
- Determine if a number is a multiple of another number.
- Apply divisibility rules for 2, 3, and 4.
- Identify common multiples of two or more numbers.
- Solve problems involving multiples and factors.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Multiple | A number that can be divided by another number without a remainder. |
| Factor | A number that divides another number exactly. |
| Divisible | Able to be divided by another number without leaving a remainder. |
| Jump | To move by springing off a surface and landing on another. |
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Practice questions
- If a mouse jumps 3 steps at a time and starts from step 2, on which steps will it land? (List first 5 steps) Answer: 5, 8, 11, 14, 17
- If a cat jumps 4 steps at a time and starts from step 1, on which steps will it land? (List first 4 steps) Answer: 5, 9, 13, 17
- Which numbers between 1 and 20 are divisible by both 2 and 3? Answer: 6, 12, 18
- Which numbers between 1 and 20 are divisible by both 3 and 4? Answer: 12
Frequently asked questions
What is the main concept taught in NCERT Class 5 Maths Chapter 6?
Chapter 6, 'Be My Multiple, I'll Be Your Factor', focuses on understanding multiples and factors, and applying divisibility rules.
How does the chapter explain multiples?
It uses examples like a mouse and a cat jumping steps, where their landing spots are multiples of their jump size.
What is the role of divisibility in this chapter?
Divisibility by numbers like 2, 3, and 4 is used to identify patterns and solve problems, such as finding numbers with multiple coloured dots.
Can students create their own problems based on this chapter?
Yes, the chapter encourages children to create similar questions with different multiples and ask each other to solve them.
What is the purpose of the number grid activity?
The number grid activity helps students visualize and identify numbers divisible by 2, 3, and 4, leading to the discovery of common multiples and hidden letters.
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NCERT Class 5 Mathematics — Math-Magic — Chapter 6 — BeMyMultiple, I'll beYourFactor. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.