Mathematics Grade 4 15 min

Solve for the variable: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division

Solve for the variable: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division

What you'll learn

  • Identify two decimals, from a given set of four, that add up to a target sum of 1.0 with 80% accuracy.
  • Solve for a missing decimal in an addition or subtraction equation involving decimals to the tenths place (e.g., 0.5 + ? = 0.9) and get the correct answer in 4 out of 5 problems.
  • Explain, using pictures or words, how to find the difference between two decimals to the tenths place, with at least two supporting details.
  • Apply the concept of adding and subtracting decimals to solve 3 word problems involving money (dollars and cents) with 75% accuracy.

Tutorial Preview

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Find the missing number: x + 3 = 8

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Find the missing number: y - 4 = 6

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Find the missing number: 5 * n = 15

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Sample Practice Questions

Easy
Solve for the variable: a + 4 = 9
0.3
1.4
2.5
3.13
Easy
Solve for the variable: b - 2 = 5
0.3
1.7
2.2
3.5
Easy
Solve for the variable: 3 * c = 6
0.2
1.3
2.6
3.18

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Solve for the variable: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division is a Grade 4 Mathematics lesson on ExcelOS.

What will I learn in Solve for the variable: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division?

You'll be able to: Identify two decimals, from a given set of four, that add up to a target sum of 1.0 with 80% accuracy; Solve for a missing decimal in an addition or subtraction equation involving decimals to the tenths place (e.g., 0.5 + ? =….

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