Exploring the Value of Change in Second Grade Math

The video tutorial introduces the concept of coin values using a scenario of a bad trade involving a quarter and five pennies. It explains the value of four basic coins: penny, nickel, dime, and quarter. The tutorial then demonstrates how to combine different coins to calculate their total value, using examples like a penny plus a nickel and a quarter plus a dime. Finally, it provides practice problems for viewers to reinforce their understanding of coin values and make informed decisions about trades.

What is the value of a quarter in cents?

• 5 cents

• 25 cents

• 1 cent

• 10 cents

How many pennies are equivalent to one nickel?

• 25 pennies

• 10 pennies

• 1 penny

• 5 pennies

What is the value of a dime in cents?

• 10 cents

• 1 cent

• 5 cents

• 25 cents

Which coin has the least value?

• Quarter

• Dime

• Nickel

• Penny

If you have a dime and a nickel, how many cents do you have in total?

• 20 cents

• 35 cents

• 15 cents

• 6 cents

What is the total value of two quarters?

• 50 cents

• 25 cents

• 30 cents

• 45 cents

How many cents do you get if you add a quarter and two dimes?

• 60 cents

• 50 cents

• 45 cents

• 55 cents

If you have three nickels, how many cents do you have?

• 15 cents

• 5 cents

• 25 cents

• 45 cents

Is trading a quarter for five pennies a fair trade?

• Not enough information

• Depends on the coin condition

• Yes

• No

What should you do if offered five pennies for your quarter?

• Accept the trade

• Exchange for a dime instead

• Decline the trade

• Ask for more pennies