Math Competition and Critical Thinking

At Lindley Sixth Grade Academy, students are encouraged to work hard and take risks. Tingting Yan, a student, exemplifies this by qualifying for the Math Con national finals. Her teacher, Mr. Stickles, is a new addition to the academy and is praised for his dedication. The video includes a math problem example about discounts, illustrating typical questions students might encounter. The Math Con team practices weekly, and Tingting's success is highlighted as she prepares for the finals in Chicago.

What is the main focus of Lindley Sixth Grade Academy?

• Promoting hard work and risk-taking

• Focusing on art and music

• Encouraging students to play sports

• Teaching only science subjects

Who is Tingting Yan?

• A guest speaker at the academy

• A new teacher at the academy

• A student representing the school in a math competition

• The principal of the academy

What is notable about Mr. Stickles?

• He is a student at the academy

• He is a new teacher who models excellence

• He is a guest lecturer

• He is the principal of the academy

If a video game originally costs $16 and is 40% off, how much will you save?

• $8

• $6.40

• $9.60

• $4

What is the final price of the video game after a 40% discount?

• $6.40

• $9.60

• $12

• $10

What is Math Con?

• A science fair

• An online math assessment program

• A sports competition

• A music festival

What is the significance of the Math Con competition?

• It is an international event

• It is a regional event

• It is a national event

• It is a local event

How often did the Math Con team meet for practice?

• Daily

• Weekly

• Monthly

• Bi-weekly

What is the purpose of the Math Con team at Lindley Academy?

• To enhance math skills

• To promote sports

• To conduct science experiments

• To organize music events

How many people qualified for the national finals in Chicago?

• 5,000

• 50,000

• 45,000

• 500