Handout

Scientific Notation Operations

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How do you operate with numbers in scientific notation? The resource provides examples on how to divide and multiply with numbers written in scientific notation. The handout and video also cover the procedure for addition and subtraction with scientific notation. Problem solving extends the concepts of operating with scientific notation. 

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CCSS: Designed
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Instructional Ideas
  • Have the pupils watch the video prior to coming to class and complete the practice pages within class
  • Create pairs to work together on the practice problems and have them compare their answers
Classroom Considerations
  • Some pupils may forget to put their final answers into scientific notation
  • The resource is sixth in a seven-part series
Pros
  • The video examples go through estimations before performing the operations
  • Estimate questions provide guidance on how to score for partial credit
Cons
  • The resource is heavy on direct instruction rather than practice
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