6th Grade STAAR Review

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

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Area = (1/2) * (Base1 + Base2) * Height

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CCSS.6.G.A.1

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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If Sam types 280 words in 8 minutes, how many words does he type in 1 minute?

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35 words per minute (280 words ÷ 8 minutes = 35 words/minute).

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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How do you calculate the remaining amount owed after partial payments?

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Remaining amount = Total borrowed - (Amount paid back 1 + Amount paid back 2).

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CCSS.7.EE.B.3

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What is the relationship between the number of dolphins and the amount of food they eat?

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The amount of food eaten is directly proportional to the number of dolphins.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.2A

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What is the equivalent of -5 2/5 as an improper fraction?

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-27/5 (5 * -5 + 2 = -27).

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place over the original denominator.

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What is the total amount Helena borrowed from her parents?

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$189.

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CCSS.2.NBT.B.7

CCSS.3.NBT.A.2

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How do you find the total food consumption for a different number of dolphins?

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Set up a proportion based on the known consumption.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What is the process to solve for 'n' in a word typing problem?

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Use the rate of typing to set up an equation: n = (words per minute) * (total minutes).

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7