Central Bucks Academic Content Standards:

Mathematics

May 14, 1999
2.2 Understand and Apply Concepts Related to Computation and Estimation 2.2 Grade 3
(Computation and Estimation)
2.2 Grade 5
(Computation and Estimation)
2.2 Grade 8
(Computation and Estimation)
2.2 Grade 11
(Computation and Estimation)
A. Basic functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) A1. Apply addition and subtraction situations using concrete objects. A1. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers with and without calculators. A1. Complete calculations by applying the order of operations. A1. Develop and use computation concepts, operations, and procedures on real numbers in problem solving situations.
A2. Solve single and double digit addition and subtraction problems with regrouping in vertical form. A2. Create and solve word problems involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers. A2. Add, subtract, multiply, and divide different kinds and forms of rational numbers including integers, decimal fractions, percents, and proper and improper fractions. A2. Use estimation to solve problems for which exact answer is not needed.
A3. Demonstrate concepts of multiplication as repeated addition and arrays. A3. Develop and apply algorithms to solve word problems that involve addition, subtraction, and/or multiplication with decimals with and without regrouping, fractions and mixed numbers, that include like and unlike denominators. A3. Solve word problems using ratio and proportion. A3. Construct and apply mathematical models, including lines and curves of best fit, to estimate values of related quantities.
A4. Demonstrate concept of division as repeated subtraction and as sharing. A4. Use +, -, x, ¸, /,  , $, ¢, %, and (decimal point) correctly in number sentences and expressions. A4. Estimate amount of tips and discounts using ratios, proportions, and percents. A4. Describe and explain the amount of error that may exist in a computation using estimates.
A5. Count, compare, and make change using a collection of coins and one-dollar bills. A5. Use recall, mental computations, pencil and paper, measuring devices, math texts, manipulatives, calculators, etc., as appropriate, to achieve solutions. A5. Demonstrate appropriateness of overestimating or underestimating in computation. A5. Recognize that the degree of precision needed in calculating a number depends on how the results will be used and the instruments used to generate the measure.
A6. Demonstrate knowledge of basic facts in four basic operations.  A6. Identify the difference between exact value and approximations and determine which is appropriate for a given situation. A6. Demonstrate skills for using computer spreadsheets and scientific and graphing calculators.
A7. Explain addition and subtraction algorithms with regrouping. A7. Estimate the value of irrational numbers.
B. Reasonableness of answers B1. Estimate, approximate, or use exact numbers as appropriate. B1. Demonstrate the ability to round numbers. B1. Check the reasonableness of an answer. B1. Check the reasonableness of an answer.
B2. Use estimation skills to arrive at conclusions. B2. Determine through estimations the reasonableness of answers to problems involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers.
B3. Know and be able to apply the rules of rounding. B3. Apply estimation strategies to a variety of problems including time and money.
B4. Determine the reasonableness of calculated answers. B4. Estimate numerically and spatially. 
C. Calculators C1. Use estimation skills to arrive at conclusions. C1. Demonstrate skills for using fraction calculators to verify conjectures, confirm computations,  and explore complex problem solving situations. C1. Use scientific and/or graphing calculators to assist in problem solving. C1. Continue the use of graphing calculators to assist in problem solving.
C2. Know four basic functions of calculators (+, -, x, ÷).
C3. Be able to check answers with calculator for adding, subtracting, and multiplying.
C4. Use calculators for problem solving.

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