Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division word problems
Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division word problems
What you'll learn
- Estimate quotients when dividing by a 1-digit number using compatible numbers with at least 80% accuracy on a worksheet.
- Explain the process of using compatible numbers to estimate quotients to a partner, demonstrating understanding of why this strategy works.
- Identify two different sets of compatible numbers that could be used to estimate a given division problem and explain which set provides a closer estimate.
- Solve division word problems by first estimating the quotient using compatible numbers, then using that estimate to determine if the final answer is reasonable.
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