Interpreting Line Plots
Students will solve problems involving addition and subtraction of fractions by using information presented in line plots.
Key Questions
- What story does this data tell about the group we measured?
- How can we use operations on fractions to answer questions about the data set as a whole?
- Predict how adding new data points might change the overall appearance or interpretation of a line plot.
Common Core State Standards
Suggested Methodologies
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