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TEKS 5.4B: Equations & Expressions

Authored by Katy Ricken

Mathematics

5th Grade

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TEKS 5.4B: Equations & Expressions
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This quiz focuses on algebraic thinking in elementary mathematics, specifically targeting the translation of word problems into mathematical equations and expressions. The questions are appropriate for 5th grade students and assess their ability to represent multi-step real-world scenarios using mathematical notation. Students must demonstrate understanding of the order of operations, the use of parentheses to group calculations, and the selection of appropriate operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) based on the context of each problem. The core concepts required include recognizing when to multiply to find totals of equal groups, when to subtract to find remaining quantities, when to add to combine amounts, and when to divide to distribute items equally. Students must also understand how to use variables to represent unknown quantities and translate sequential actions in word problems into single mathematical expressions that follow the correct order of operations. Created by Katy Ricken, a Mathematics teacher in US who teaches grade 5. This quiz serves as an excellent tool for formative assessment, allowing teachers to gauge student understanding of translating word problems into algebraic expressions before moving to more complex equation solving. The quiz works particularly well as a warm-up activity to activate prior knowledge about operations and their meanings, or as targeted practice following direct instruction on mathematical modeling. Teachers can use this as homework to reinforce classroom learning or as a review activity before state assessments. The multiple-choice format makes it ideal for quick checks of understanding during guided practice sessions. This assessment aligns with TEKS 5.4B, which requires students to represent and solve multi-step problems involving the four operations with whole numbers using equations with a letter standing for the unknown quantity.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

Susan buys 3 packages of 8 apples. She uses 15 apples to make applesauce. Which equation shows how to find the number of apples, a, Susan has left?

3(8) - 15 = a

15 - 3 + 8 = a

3 x 8 + 15 = a

Tags

CCSS.HSA.CED.A.3

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

Peter had a starting balance of $482.32 in his checking account. Which equation shows how to find his balance, b, after he withdrawals $45?

b = $482.32 + $45

b = $482.32 - $45

b = $482.32 x $45

Tags

CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

Jana has two boxes of 12 cookies. She shares the cookies equally among 4 people. Which equation shows how to find the number of cookies, c, each person got?

12 ÷ 4 = c

12 ÷ c = 4

2(12) ÷ 4 = c

Tags

CCSS.HSA.CED.A.3

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

Emily had $50. Then she worked 8 hours for $10 each hour. Which expression represents this situation?

50 + (8 x 10)

(50 + 8) x 10

50 + 8 + 10

Tags

CCSS.6.EE.B.6

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

Hannah had a budget of $30 to spend at the carnival. She spent $8 on lunch and $20 on rides. Which equation shows how to find the amount of money, m, she has left to spend?

m = 20 - 8 + 30

m = 30 - (20 - 8)

m = 30 - (20 + 8)

Tags

CCSS.6.EE.B.7

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

Jonathan buys 4 sheets of 10 stamps each and 2 sheets of 8 stamps each. He uses 25 stamps on envelopes. Which equation can be used to find n, the number of stamps Jonathan has left?

(4 + 10 x 2 + 8) - 25 = n

4(10) + 2(8) - 25 = n

4(10) + 2(8) + 25 = n

10 + 8 - 25

Tags

CCSS.HSA.CED.A.3

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

Emily's team scored 12 points in the first half of the game. At the end of the game her team had a total of 26 points. Which equation can be used to find p, the number of points her team scored in the second half of the game?

12 + 26 = p

12 - p = 26

12 + p = 26

Tags

CCSS.HSA.CED.A.3

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