Grade 3 Art of Thinking - Demonstration of Learning

Which question would best help determine the scope of a neighborhood’s pothole problem?

• How many potholes are there in the neighborhood?

• How much do cars cost in the neighborhood?

• What color is the pavement in the neighborhood?

• How many trees are on the streets?

A city is dealing with increased pollution from factories. Which statement best describes the size of the problem?

• Small because only one person in the city has complained

• Medium because a few people nearby have noticed the air quality

• Large because the pollution affects an entire city and region

• Global because it can lead to pollution across the world

Which statement best describes the scope of a city’s flooding problem?

• The mayor is planning to talk about the issue next month.

• The city gets a lot of rain in the spring.

• A few people in one neighborhood saw water in their yards.

• The flooding causes road closures, damaging homes and businesses.

A city is experiencing heavy traffic congestion during rush hour. Which statements best describe the size and scope of the problem?

• Many commuters are late to work and school due to long traffic delays.

• Some drivers like to listen to music while sitting in traffic.

• This problem is small because a few people choose to walk instead of drive.

• This problem is large because it affects a city full of drivers.

• A local radio station reports on traffic conditions every morning.

Why is it important to determine the size and scope of a problem before finding a solution?

• To ensure the solution is effective and efficient

• To make the problem seem more complex

• To delay the problem-solving process

• To avoid finding a solution

The impact of a problem on people and places.

• Scope

• Size

How big the impact is on people and places.

• Size

• Scope

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3.9D

Determine the Size and Scope of the Problem

The water fountain near the gym is broken, so students can’t get a drink of water after P.E.

• small

• medium

• large

• global

What is the size and scope of the problem in this scenario?

Lisa often forgets to bring her homework to school. Some days she has to redo the assignment, and other times she falls behind on her work.

• small

• medium

• large

• global

Match the following

Determine the scope of the problems.

• large

• Justin forgot his backpack for school.

• Medium

• The cost of food is icresing all over the world.

• small

• Houston experiences a flood after heavy rains.

• global

• The school lights go out in the storm.

• small

• I can not find my phone.