Comparative Math Problem Solving

The video tutorial guides fourth-graders through a unit 7 post-test, focusing on assessing their skills in multiplication, estimation, and fraction comparison. It provides step-by-step instructions and solutions for various problems, encouraging students to use different strategies and check their understanding. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of filling knowledge gaps before advancing to the next grade.

What is the main purpose of the Unit 7 Post Test?

• To prepare students for a sports event.

• To evaluate students' understanding and skills.

• To assess the teacher's teaching methods.

• To introduce new mathematical concepts.

Which strategy is NOT allowed for solving the multi-digit multiplication problems?

• Using any strategy that makes sense.

• Using partial products.

• Using the over strategy.

• Using repeated addition.

What is the answer to the first multi-digit multiplication problem?

• 300

• 420

• 2400

• 160

When choosing a multiplication problem to solve, what should you consider?

• Choose the easiest problem.

• Choose a problem that is neither too easy nor too hard.

• Choose the hardest problem.

• Choose a problem you have never seen before.

What is the best estimation for 29 times 7?

• 150

• 200

• 300

• 250

How many more small beads than large beads does DJ have?

• 1000

• 912

• 2000

• 1500

How should you shade the bars to represent 7/8?

• Shade 8 out of 8 parts.

• Shade 7 out of 8 parts.

• Shade 6 out of 8 parts.

• Shade 5 out of 8 parts.

Which fraction is greater: 7/8 or 5/6?

• 7/8

• 5/6

• They are equal.

• Cannot be determined.

What is a common denominator for 2/3 and 2/4?

• 6

• 8

• 12

• 16

Who chewed more gum: Carl with 5/8 or Joe with 3/4?

• Carl

• Cannot be determined.

• Joe

• They chewed the same amount.