* Learning Goal
Decide what the problem is asking first. Then choose an operation and show how you know. This is practice set 6 of 10.
1 Equal Groups
Write a repeated addition sentence and a multiplication sentence.
1. There are 8 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 garden has 5 rows with 5 tomato plants in each row. Then 2 more plants are added near the gate. How many plants are there now?
3 Choose the Best Strategy
Tell whether you would use addition, subtraction, or multiplication. Then solve.
| 7 rows with 3 plants each | |
| 15 chairs in the room, 4 are moved | |
| 13 dogs and 2 cats | |
✦ 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.