STAAR MATH Review - Warmup

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What is a stem-and-leaf plot?

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A stem-and-leaf plot is a method of displaying quantitative data in a graphical format, similar to a histogram, to retain the original data values while showing their distribution.

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What is the greatest value in a set of numbers?

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The greatest value in a set of numbers is the highest number when all values are compared.

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What operation would you use to divide a total length into equal parts?

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You would use division to find the length of each part when a total length is divided into equal pieces.

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What is the formula for finding the volume of a rectangular prism?

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The formula for finding the volume of a rectangular prism is V = length x width x height.

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What operation would you use to find the total amount made over several days?

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You would use multiplication to find the total amount made over several days if the daily amount is constant.

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What is the definition of volume in mathematics?

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Volume is the amount of space that a substance (solid, liquid, gas, or plasma) occupies or that is enclosed within a container.

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How do you calculate the volume of a box that is 3 inches wide, 7 inches long, and 8 inches high?

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You calculate the volume by multiplying the dimensions: V = 3 in x 7 in x 8 in = 168 cubic inches.

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What is the purpose of a stem-and-leaf plot?

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The purpose of a stem-and-leaf plot is to organize and display data while preserving the original values for analysis.

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What is the difference between addition and multiplication?

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Addition combines quantities to find a total, while multiplication finds the total of one quantity repeated a certain number of times.

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What is the meaning of 'equal parts' in division?

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Equal parts in division refer to dividing a total into groups that are the same size.