6th Grade Math Benchmark Review

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What is the ratio of white paint to red paint in Sylvia's pink paint mixture?

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The ratio of white paint to red paint is 7:3.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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How do you find the total amount of paint when mixing in a ratio?

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To find the total amount of paint, add the parts of the ratio together. For example, 7 (white) + 3 (red) = 10 parts total.

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What equation represents the relationship between cups of white paint (w) and cups of red paint (r) in Sylvia's mixture?

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CCSS.6.EE.C.9

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How do you calculate the monthly cost of a subscription if the yearly cost is known?

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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What is the team score if the individual scores are 2, -1, -3, and -2?

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The team score is the sum of the individual scores: 2 + (-1) + (-3) + (-2) = -4.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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How do you determine the time it takes for a leak to empty a barrel?

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Divide the total volume by the leak rate. For example, if a barrel has 60 gallons and leaks 5 gallons every 3 days, it takes 36 days to empty.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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What is a variable in mathematics?

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A variable is a symbol used to represent a number that can change or vary.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.2B

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What does it mean to solve an equation?

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To solve an equation means to find the value of the variable that makes the equation true.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What is a ratio?

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A ratio is a comparison of two quantities, showing how many times one value contains or is contained within the other.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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What is the formula for calculating the average?

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The average is calculated by dividing the sum of all values by the number of values.

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CCSS.6.SP.B.5C