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What are the major math strands for a sixth-grade curriculum?
What are the major math strands for a sixth-grade curriculum?
- Algebra, calculus, statistics, and probability
- Number sense and operations, algebra, geometry, measurement, and functions, and probability (correct)
- Geometry, trigonometry, calculus, and statistics
- Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions
What is important in choosing a 6th-grade math program according to the text?
What is important in choosing a 6th-grade math program according to the text?
- Incorporating only theoretical math concepts
- Having a strict focus on memorization
- Correlation to state standards and providing plenty of practice opportunities (correct)
- Focusing on advanced math concepts
What should 6th graders already master in math according to the text?
What should 6th graders already master in math according to the text?
- Math facts (correct)
- Advanced algebraic equations
- Calculus
- Trigonometric functions
What is essential for teaching 6th-grade math effectively according to the text?
What is essential for teaching 6th-grade math effectively according to the text?
What will help a child gain confidence in mastering new math concepts according to the text?
What will help a child gain confidence in mastering new math concepts according to the text?