Strip Diagrams

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What is a strip diagram?

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A strip diagram is a visual representation used to show the relationship between numbers in a math problem, often used for addition and subtraction.

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CCSS.4.MD.B.4

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What does the equation 86 - 26 = P represent in a strip diagram?

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It shows that if you take away 26 from 86, you find the value of P.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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What does the equation 349 - 137 = ? represent in a strip diagram?

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It shows that if you take away 137 from 349, you can find the answer to the question.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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What is the difference between addition and subtraction?

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Addition combines numbers to find a total, while subtraction takes one number away from another.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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What does the equation 159 + 89 = ? represent in a strip diagram?

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It shows that if you combine 159 and 89, you can find the total.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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How do you identify if a problem is addition or subtraction using a strip diagram?

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Look at the diagram: if it shows parts being combined, it's addition; if it shows parts being taken away, it's subtraction.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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What is the purpose of using strip diagrams in math?

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They help visualize math problems, making it easier to understand the relationships between numbers.

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

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What is the first step in solving a problem with a strip diagram?

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Identify the numbers involved and what operation (addition or subtraction) is needed.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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What does the term 'number sentence' mean?

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A number sentence is a mathematical statement that includes numbers and an operation, like 5 + 3 = 8.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.1

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What is an example of an addition number sentence?

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An example is 7 + 5 = 12.

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