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Multiply Fractions - Practice 12.2
Fifth and sixth graders multiply the given fractions and then write their answers in simplest form. They also solve two word problems involving multiplying fractions.
Math Mammoth
Divide Fractions 1
Use visual shading and scenario questions to help your mathematicians divide fractions in this problem-solving activity! Students shade parts and solve, write multiplication and division sentences, solve word problems, and find quotients...
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Introduction to Conditional Probability
Here is a turnkey instructional activity that walks young statisticians through the development and uses of conditional probability. From dice games to surveys, Venn diagrams to frequency tables, the class learns how a given can effect...
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Fractions and Recipes
Learners, working with their parents in real world situations, calculate to complete three word problems associated with multiplying and dividing fractions.
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Multiply Fractions - Homework 12.2
Here is a fraction multiplication worksheet in which learners review two ways to multiply fractions. They multiply the given fractions and answer one word problem.
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Fractions in Action
Investigate equivalent fractions with your class. They compare and order fractions. Then they work cooperatively in groups to experiment and problem solve with fractions using a game format. Multiple resources are provided.
Illustrative Mathematics
Sale!
Everyone loves a sale, and this worksheet allows learners to calculate which sale is more rewarding. The activity can be adapted for different thinking contexts. The answer key describes different answer choices, some being higher...
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Fractions - Equal or Not
A fabulous lesson on fractions awaits your young mathematicians. In it, learners are invited to explore the world of fractions by accessing websites that have educational activities and worksheets embedded in them. Some excellent,...
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Fraction Word Problems - Mixed Numbers Fraction Word Problems - Mixed Numbers
In this fraction worksheet, 5th graders solve for fractions in word problems. Students read and solve for 8 problems using mixed numbers and the given information provided in each.
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Finding Half-Word Problems
In this finding one-half worksheet, students complete a set of 10 word problems, finding one-half of given sets of objects. A reference web site is given for additional activities.
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4 Step Approach to Problem Solving
Students explore problem solving. In this middle school mathematics lesson, students investigate the four-step approach to problem solving. Students solve word problems by employing the four-step process and express themselves through...
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Compare Data Sets
In this comparing data sets practice worksheet, students sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve 6 story problems.
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Probability Problems
In this probability worksheet, 8th graders solve 10 different word problems that involve the words AND or OR. First, they roll a die and determine the probability that the value of roll will be a multiple of 5 or 11. Then, students use a...
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Problem Solving Practice: Use a Picture
In this problem solving learning exercise, students use given pictures to solve 4 word problems. Houghton Mifflin text is referenced.
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Brain Booster: Telling Time to the Hour and Half Hour
In this daily math problem worksheet, students complete three activities that help them tell time to the hour and half hour. Students show their work using pictures, numbers, or words and may use cubes, number lines or hundred boards for...
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Fraction Word Problems
In this fraction worksheet, students solve a set of 8 word problems, all using fractions. A website reference is given for additional activities.
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Percent-Decimal-Fraction Chart Worksheet
In this percent-decimal-fraction worksheet, students complete a table where one component is given and they find the other two missing equivalent figures, a percent, a decimal or a fraction. The problems on this worksheet are at an 8th...
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Using Tiles to Solve Word Problems
Young scholars solve problems using equations. In this algebra instructional activity, students identify the correct symbols and steps when solving word problems. They graph their lines and analyze the slope using tiles.
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Logic Problems
In this comparison logic problems worksheet, students solve word problems where they compare different items in each problems. Students complete 2 problems.
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Sixth Grade Word Problems
In this word problem worksheet, 6th graders problems using given information and mathematical equations. Students solve for 19 problems showing work as needed.
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Tax, Tip and Discount Word Problems
Students solve problems involving tax, tips and discounts. In this algebra lesson, students convert between percents and decimals. They calculate commission using conversion from percents and fractions.
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The Birthday Problem
In this probability worksheet, students solve 1 word problem about birthdays. Students determine the number of people needed for a 50% chance of two people sharing the same birthday.
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Halloween Themed Math Word Problems--Up to 100
In this money and fractions worksheet, 2nd graders practice solving 2 word problems involving a Halloween theme with an emphasis on money and fractions.
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Two-Step Word Problems
In this math instructional activity, students solve four basic operation word problems. Each problem contains two steps for students to solve to get to the final answer.