Applying Addition and Subtraction to Real-World Problems
Students apply their fluency with addition and subtraction within 100 to solve various real-world problems.
Key Questions
- Design a real-world scenario that requires both addition and subtraction to solve.
- Justify the choice of operation for different parts of a multi-step problem.
- Assess the reasonableness of solutions to real-world problems involving numbers up to 100.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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