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5th Math Review - MCE

Betty Bounds

Created by Betty Bounds

15 questions

5th Grade

Mathematics

Updated Aug 2025

5th Math Review - MCE is a free printable Grade 5 mathematics worksheet with 15 multiple-choice questions covering multi-step operations, equations, whole-number and decimal division, money problems, decimal comparisons, and estimation. Students solve real-world problems involving products, sums, equal shares, unit rates, elapsed quantities, money, and measurement, then select the correct answer from four options. This review helps teachers check whether students can choose and apply the right operation, follow an equation in context, compare decimals by place value, divide decimals, and estimate reasonably. It works well for independent practice, a cumulative review, or a quick formative assessment after instruction. The worksheet includes a complete answer key so teachers can identify errors in computation, operation choice, or decimal reasoning.

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5th Math Review - MCE

Total questions: 15

Name
Class
Date
1.

Aspen added 14 to the product of 224 and 16. What is this sum?

a)

3,478

b)

3,598

c)

3,584

d)

3,808

2.

A company makes 625 cell phone cases each day. How many cell phone cases does the company make in 31 days?

a)

18,375

b)

1,490

c)

2,500

d)

19,375

3.

Mr. Lorenzo gave his 2 sons $50 to buy a cooler. The total cost for the cooler is $44. Mr. Lorenzo told his sons that they could each have an equal share of the change they receive. The equation shown can be used to determine s, the amount of money each son should receive in dollars.
s = (50 - 44) ÷ 2

a)

$28

b)

$6

c)

$19

d)

$3

4.

Mr. Fernandez packed 31 red apples and 41 green apples into a box for a customer. He packed 8 boxes like this. Mr. Fernandez used this equation to find x, the number of apples he packed into all the boxes.


x = (31 + 41) 8

How many apples did Mr. Fernandez pack into the boxes?

a)

576

b)

568

c)

80

d)

10,168

5.

Theo earned $500 selling food at a carnival. He earned $260 selling nachos and the rest selling hot dogs for $2 each. Theo used this equation to find h, the number of hot dogs he sold at the carnival.

h = (500 - 260) ÷ 2

a)

380

b)

180

c)

370

d)

120

6.

Shauna is reading a 528 page book. She reads 22 pages every day. How many days will it take Shauna to read the entire book?

a)

506

b)

26

c)

24

d)

550

7.

Marsha bought a birthday card for $2.86 and a pen for $1.57. She paid with a $20 bill. How much change should Marsha have received?

a)

$15.57

b)

$24.43

c)

$17.77

d)

$16.57

8.

While cleaning his room, Paul found 7 cents on his desk, 98 cents under his bed , and 2 dollars and 4 cents in his closet. What was the total amount of money Paul found?

a)

$2.09

b)

$3.09

c)

$3.72

d)

$4.08

9.

Which comparison is NOT true?

a)

3.375 > 3.275

b)

6.875 < 6.9

c)

2.65 > 2.675

d)

7.675 < 7.75

10.

Which inequality is NOT true?

a)

65.7 < 67.54

b)

4.003 > 4.03

c)

26.4 < 26.48

d)

0.91 > 0.097

11.

Mr. Adams drove his delivery truck 151.2 miles during 24 days. He drove the same number of miles each day.

How many miles did Mr. Adams drive each day?

a)

6.3 mi

b)

7.16 mi

c)

6.0 mi

d)

5.13 mi

12.

The weight of sand in a large bag is 63.4 pounds. The sand in the bag is divided equally into 20 small bags.

What is the weight in pounds of the sand in each small bag?

a)

3.114 lbs.

b)

3.107 lbs.

c)

31.7 lbs.

d)

3.17 lbs.

13.
Question Image

a)

F

b)

G

c)

H

d)

J

14.

Maria ran 1.89 miles on Monday and 2.08 miles on Tuesday. On Wednesday, Maria ran twice as many miles as she ran on Monday. Approximately how many miles did Maria run on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday combined? Choose the best estimate.

a)

3 miles

b)

6 miles

c)

8 miles

d)

4 miles

15.
Question Image

a)

80 x 40 = 3,200

b)

.80 x .40 = .32

c)

0.08 x 0.04 = 0.32

d)

0.08 x 0.04 = 0.032

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5th Math Review - MCE

Total questions: 15

1.
b)

3,598

2.
d)

19,375

3.
d)

$3

4.
a)

576

5.
d)

120

6.
c)

24

7.
a)

$15.57

8.
b)

$3.09

9.
c)

2.65 > 2.675

10.
b)

4.003 > 4.03

11.
a)

6.3 mi

12.
d)

3.17 lbs.

13.
c)

H

14.
c)

8 miles

15.
b)

.80 x .40 = .32

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What does the 5th Math Review - MCE worksheet cover?

This Grade 5 worksheet uses 15 multiple-choice questions to review multi-step whole-number and decimal problem solving. Students calculate products and sums, interpret equations in money and sharing situations, solve division problems, compare decimal inequalities, and select the best estimate for a combined distance.

How can I use this worksheet to teach multi-step math problem solving?

Model how to identify the quantities and operation sequence in one of the worksheet’s equations, such as subtracting a cost from an amount paid before dividing the change equally. Then have students annotate each word problem with the operations they plan to use and explain why, before solving the multiple-choice items. Use the decimal comparison and estimation questions to discuss place value and whether an answer is reasonable.

What mistakes should I watch for when students complete this math review?

Students may choose a distractor by performing the right operations in the wrong order, such as dividing before subtracting in an equal-share problem or forgetting to multiply the contents of one box by the number of boxes. Watch for misplaced decimal points in division and money calculations, and for comparing decimals without lining up place values. In the “NOT true” questions, students may also select a true inequality because they overlook the wording.

How do I assign and grade this worksheet?

You can use this worksheet as a printable PDF or assign it as a digital quiz on Wayground. It includes a complete answer key for checking the 15 multiple-choice responses, and printable student work can be graded by scanning it with the Wayground for Teachers app. The printable option can also support schools that are reducing screen time.

How can I differentiate this Grade 5 math worksheet for my students?

Use the worksheet’s Advanced Settings to adjust font spacing or choose a larger font size so the multi-step word problems and answer choices are easier to follow. You can also apply a dyslexia-friendly font or translate the worksheet into another language. These changes can make the equations, decimal comparisons, and money scenarios more accessible without changing the questions.

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