Friday, January 11, 2019
Shapes Shapes Everywhere!
Explain the difference between area and perimeter. Choose one (area or perimeter) and write a word problem about it based on a shape you found in your surroundings. If possible, share a picture of the shape you found.
Time is Value
Explain with words and examples how to convert 3 minutes and 20 seconds into all seconds. Also, how would you write 3 minutes and 20 seconds as a fraction or mixed number?
Let's Roll
Explain how you would find the probability of getting an odd number when rolling a die (1-6). What would be the probability of rolling an even number on two dice? Explain how you reached your solution.
Measures of Central Tendency
What are commonly used measures of central tendency? What do they tell you? Explain how mean, median, and mode can be affected by extreme data values.
Expos vs Roots
Explain the difference between finding the square root and squaring a number. Provide real world example(s) of where you would find an application of exponents and roots.
Research Percentages
Where and how in real life is percentage increase and decrease commonly used? Provide detailed examples.
Texting Linear Math
Two brothers were texting each other regarding their shopping trip. Read the following text conversation then find the answer to their question. Show your work and explain in detail each step you took and your mathematical reasoning for taking that step.
Expressions & Equations
Create a complex expression that equals 36. Write about how to solve it using the correct order of operations.
Integers: Positive and Negative Numbers
How would you explain the relationship of adding and subtracting integers? How can you explain why subtracting a negative number is just like adding the absolute value of the number? Solve: 6 - (-9) = ? Give examples.
Thursday, January 10, 2019
Fraction Recipes
Share your favorite recipe that serves four people. Now, adjust the recipe to serve only 2 people. Then, adjust the recipe to serve 6 people.
Decimals Decimals Everywhere!
Decimals are everywhere! Create/share a math story involving place value, adding subtracting, multiplying and dividing decimals. Don't forget to explain the steps to reaching the solution AND provide the solution showing ALL your work.
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