5th grade STAAR Math Review

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What is the process to add fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, first find a common denominator, convert the fractions to equivalent fractions with that common denominator, then add the numerators and keep the common denominator.

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How do you compare decimal numbers?

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To compare decimal numbers, align the decimal points and compare digit by digit from left to right, starting with the highest place value.

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What is the formula to find the length of each piece when dividing a total length into equal parts?

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The formula is: Length of each piece = Total length / Number of pieces.

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How do you calculate the difference between two decimal numbers?

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To calculate the difference, align the decimal points and subtract the smaller number from the larger number.

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What is a batting average in sports?

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A batting average is a statistic that represents the ratio of a player's successful hits to their total at-bats, usually expressed as a decimal.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is the relationship between miles and fractions of a mile?

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Miles can be expressed as fractions, where 1 mile equals 1 whole, and fractions represent parts of a mile.

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How do you determine the total distance walked if given a daily distance and total distance?

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To determine the total distance walked, divide the total distance by the daily distance.

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What is the importance of understanding capacity in comparing containers?

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Understanding capacity is important for comparing containers as it helps determine which container can hold more or less volume.

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How do you find the least common multiple (LCM) of two numbers?

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To find the LCM, list the multiples of each number and identify the smallest multiple that appears in both lists.