Solving Word Problems in Measurement
Students will solve one- and two-step word problems involving length, mass, and volume using the four operations.
Key Questions
- How do you decide which operation to use when solving a measurement word problem?
- Why must all measurements be in the same unit before you add or subtract them?
- How does drawing a model help you solve a multi-step measurement problem?
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
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