Math Formative #1 Review

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What is the distributive property in mathematics?

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The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac, meaning you can distribute a factor across a sum.

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CCSS.3.OA.B.5

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How do you identify equivalent expressions?

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Two expressions are equivalent if they simplify to the same value for all values of their variables.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.4

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What is the significance of the lowest value in a competitive selection process?

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In a competitive selection process, the lowest value often indicates the best performance, such as the fastest time in a race.

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How do you determine the position of a decimal number on a number line?

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A decimal number can be placed on a number line by identifying the whole numbers it falls between and estimating its position based on its value.

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CCSS.6.NS.C.6C

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What is the formula for calculating total cost when selling items?

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Total cost can be calculated using the formula: Total Cost = Price per Item x Number of Items Sold.

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What does it mean for a number to be between two other numbers?

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A number is between two other numbers if it is greater than the smaller number and less than the larger number.

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CCSS.1.NBT.B.3

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What is the purpose of using parentheses in mathematical expressions?

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Parentheses indicate which operations should be performed first in an expression, following the order of operations.

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CCSS.5.OA.A.1

CCSS.5.OA.A.2

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How can you simplify the expression (3 x 4) + (3 x 5)?

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You can simplify it using the distributive property to get 3 x (4 + 5), which equals 3 x 9.

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CCSS.6.NS.B.4

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What is the value of 8b if b represents the price of one item?

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The value of 8b is 8 times the price of one item, so if b = $2, then 8b = $16.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.6

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How do you compare two decimal numbers?

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To compare two decimal numbers, align the decimal points and compare digit by digit from left to right.

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CCSS.4.NF.C.7