Multi-Step Word Problems with Fractions
Students will solve multi-step word problems involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of fractions and mixed numbers.
Key Questions
- Explain how to represent fractional quantities in a word problem.
- Critique a solution to a fraction word problem, identifying potential errors.
- Construct a multi-step word problem that requires operations with fractions.
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