3rd Grade Cogat Quantitative

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What is a rule in mathematics?

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A rule in mathematics is a guideline or principle that describes how numbers or shapes relate to each other. For example, in a sequence of numbers, a rule might describe how to get from one number to the next.

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What does it mean to find a pattern in numbers?

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Finding a pattern in numbers means identifying a consistent relationship or sequence among them. For example, in the series 2, 4, 6, 8, the pattern is that each number increases by 2.

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What is the equation for addition?

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The equation for addition is written as: a + b = c, where a and b are the numbers being added, and c is the sum.

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What is subtraction?

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Subtraction is the process of taking one number away from another. It is represented by the symbol '-'. For example, 5 - 2 = 3.

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What is the equal sign?

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The equal sign '=' shows that two expressions have the same value. For example, in the equation 3 + 2 = 5, both sides equal 5.

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What is a series in mathematics?

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A series is a sequence of numbers that follow a specific pattern. For example, the series 1, 2, 3, 4 follows the pattern of adding 1.

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What does it mean to solve for a variable?

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Solving for a variable means finding the value of that variable that makes an equation true. For example, in the equation x + 3 = 5, solving for x gives x = 2.

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What is a mathematical operation?

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A mathematical operation is a calculation that combines numbers in a specific way, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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What is a number line?

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A number line is a straight line that represents numbers in order. It helps visualize the position of numbers relative to each other.

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as a/b, where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).