* Learning Goal
Decide what the problem is asking first. Then choose an operation and show how you know. This is practice set 2 of 10.
1 Equal Groups
Write a repeated addition sentence and a multiplication sentence.
1. There are 4 bags with 3 marbles in each bag.
2. There are 5 trays with 3 muffins on each tray.
2 Solve the Story Problem
Show the operation and explain your thinking.
A coach puts 5 soccer balls in each bin. There are 3 bins, and then 2 extra balls on the bench. How many balls are there altogether?
3 Choose the Best Strategy
Tell whether you would use addition, subtraction, or multiplication. Then solve.
| 4 tables with 5 chairs each | |
| 17 apples in the basket, 6 are used | |
| 9 seashells and 8 stones | |
✦ SBA-Style Reflection
Answer using evidence from your work above. On the state test (Smarter Balanced), you will need to explain your thinking clearly.
Constructed Response: Look at your answers above. Choose one and explain how you decided on your answer. Use at least one detail or example.