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What is a bar model?

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A bar model is a visual representation used to illustrate mathematical concepts, particularly in arithmetic and algebra. It uses bars to represent numbers and their relationships, helping students understand addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

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CCSS.4.NBT.B.5

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How can a bar model help in solving equations?

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A bar model helps visualize the relationships between quantities in an equation, making it easier to understand how to manipulate the equation to find the unknown variable.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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This equation represents a situation where a total of 107 is made up of an unknown quantity (x) and 39. The bar model would show one bar for x and another for 39, with a total bar representing 107.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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This equation represents a situation where y is the result of multiplying 8.3 by 5. The bar model would show one bar for 8.3 repeated 5 times.

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CCSS.4.NBT.B.5

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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This equation represents a situation where 2 is divided by an unknown quantity b, resulting in 37.2. The bar model would show a bar of length 2 divided into b equal parts.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.3

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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This equation represents a situation where a total of 152 is made up of 57 and an unknown quantity y. The bar model would show one bar for 57 and another for y, with a total bar representing 152.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7