5.MATH.4.F
Simplify numerical expressions that do not involve exponents, including up to two levels of grouping.
Grade 5 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2012
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numerical expressionsexponentslevels of grouping
Skills
- simplify (numerical expressions without exponents) #dok2
- interpret (numerical expressions with up to two levels of grouping) #dok2
- apply (order of operations to multi-step expressions) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can identify the parts of a numerical expression. #dok1
- I can recall the order of operations for solving expressions. #dok1
- I can simplify multi-step numerical expressions that do not involve exponents. #dok2
- I can interpret and solve expressions with up to two levels of grouping symbols. #dok2
- I can explain how grouping symbols affect the simplification of a numerical expression. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Understanding how to simplify numeric expressions using proper order of operations is critical for problem solving in mathematics.
- Grouping symbols in numerical expressions determine the sequence in which operations are performed and impact the final result.
Essential Questions
- How do grouping symbols, like parentheses or brackets, change the way we solve numerical expressions?
- Why is it important to follow the order of operations when simplifying expressions?
- What strategies can help you accurately simplify expressions with more than one level of grouping?
- How can you check if your simplification of a numerical expression is correct?
- What are some common mistakes students make when simplifying expressions with grouping symbols?