Unit 4 Flashcard

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What is division?

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Division is the process of determining how many times one number is contained within another. It is one of the four basic operations in arithmetic.

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What is the formula for finding the area of a rectangle?

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The area of a rectangle is calculated using the formula: Area = Length × Width.

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How do you find the volume of a rectangular prism?

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The volume of a rectangular prism is found using the formula: Volume = Length × Width × Height.

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What does it mean to find a fraction of a number?

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What is the closest whole number to a division result?

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The closest whole number to a division result is the integer that is nearest to the actual quotient.

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What is the relationship between area and dimensions of a box?

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The area of the base of a box is equal to the product of its length and width. If you know the area and one dimension, you can find the other dimension.

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How do you solve for an unknown dimension in a volume problem?

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To solve for an unknown dimension in a volume problem, rearrange the volume formula (Volume = Length × Width × Height) to isolate the unknown dimension.

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What is the significance of units in measurement?

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Units in measurement provide context to the numbers, indicating what is being measured (e.g., centimeters, inches, square centimeters, cubic inches).

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What is the process of estimating a division problem?

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Estimating a division problem involves rounding the numbers to make the calculation easier and then performing the division with the rounded numbers.

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What is a rectangular prism?

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A rectangular prism is a three-dimensional shape with six rectangular faces, where opposite faces are equal in area.