Counting Coins with the Touch Math Method

The video tutorial introduces a method called touch math for counting money, focusing on coins. It explains how to use touch points on quarters, dimes, nickels, and pennies to simplify counting by fives and ones. The tutorial provides detailed instructions for each coin type and includes practice exercises to reinforce learning. The method aims to make counting money easier, especially for those who struggle with traditional counting methods.

What is the primary focus of the new method introduced for counting money?

• Identifying coins and their values

• Memorizing the value of each coin

• Counting money in tens

• Using a calculator

What is the value of each touch point when counting by fives?

• 25 cents

• 1 cent

• 10 cents

• 5 cents

How many touch points does a quarter have for counting?

• Five

• Two

• Three

• Four

What is the significance of memorizing touch points on coins?

• It is required for coin collection

• It increases the value of the coins

• It makes skip counting easier

• It helps in identifying counterfeit coins

How many touch points are there on a dime?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

What method is used to count pennies in touch math?

• Counting by twenties

• Counting by tens

• Counting by ones

• Counting by fives

How do you transition between present mode and regular mode for practice?

• Using the space bar

• Clicking the mouse

• Typing a command

• Pressing the ESC button

What is the total value of money counted using touch math in the first example?

• 65 cents

• 83 cents

• 77 cents

• 91 cents

What is the purpose of arranging coins from the highest to the lowest value?

• For aesthetic reasons

• To identify counterfeit coins

• It is a requirement of touch math

• To make counting easier

What is encouraged for mastering skip counting and counting money?

• Practicing with real coins

• Using a calculator

• Watching more videos

• Reading books about coins