8.MATH.2.C
Convert between standard decimal notation and scientific notation.
Grade 8 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2012
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Skills
- convert (numbers from standard decimal notation to scientific notation) #dok1
- convert (numbers from scientific notation to standard decimal notation) #dok1
- identify (the parts of scientific notation) #dok1
- explain (why scientific notation is useful for very large or very small numbers) #dok2
- apply (conversion between notations in mathematical and real-world contexts) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can identify the standard decimal and scientific notation forms of a number. #dok1
- I can convert a number from standard decimal notation to scientific notation. #dok1
- I can convert a number from scientific notation to standard decimal notation. #dok1
- I can explain the steps of converting between standard decimal and scientific notation. #dok2
- I can apply conversion between notations to solve real-world problems. #dok2
- I can compare the usefulness of each notation in representing very large or very small numbers. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Scientific notation provides a concise way to write and work with very large or very small numbers.
- Converting between standard decimal notation and scientific notation helps in understanding and solving real-world mathematical problems.
Essential Questions
- What is scientific notation and why is it used?
- How do you convert a number from standard decimal notation to scientific notation?
- How do you convert a number from scientific notation to standard decimal notation?
- In what situations is scientific notation more useful than standard decimal notation?
- How does converting between notations help in solving real-world problems?