Explaining How an Answer Was Found (Ex. 3)

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1. Question 1

   Multiple choice

   A class raises £2,456 for charity in Term 1 and £3,187 in Term 2. They need £6,000 total. How much more do they need? Show your reasoning.

2. Question 2

   Multiple choice

   I think of a number. I add 1,500. The result is 4,800. What is my number?

3. Question 3

   Multiple choice

   Which statement correctly explains why 4,999 + 1 = 5,000?

4. Question 4

   Sequence

   Problem: 3,500 + ___ = 8,000. Step: 8,000 − 3,500 = ___.

5. Question 5

   True or false

   Drawing a number line or bar model can help explain how you solved a problem.

More exercises in this module

• Drawing Bar Charts (Ex. 3)

• Interpreting Time Graphs (Ex. 1)

• Choosing an Efficient Strategy (Ex. 2)

• Explaining How an Answer Was Found (Ex. 2)

• Problem-Solving Strategies (Ex. 3)

• Problem-Solving Strategies (Ex. 2)