Solving Problems with Liquid Volume and Mass
Solving one-step word problems involving masses or liquid volumes that are given in the same units.
Key Questions
- Analyze how to determine the correct operation for solving a word problem involving mass or liquid volume.
- Construct an equation to represent a word problem involving liquid volume or mass.
- Justify the reasonableness of a solution to a measurement word problem.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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