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Computation and Estimation

Virginia SOL 5.CE.3

Estimate, represent, solve, and justify solutions to problems using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with decimal numbers.

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What students need to be able to do

  • Apply estimation strategies (rounding, compatible numbers, place value) to determine reasonable solutions for single-step and multistep contextual problems involving addition, subtraction, and multiplication of decimals.
  • Estimate and determine the product of two numbers using strategies and algorithms (standard algorithm) for given factor combinations.
  • Estimate and determine the quotient of two numbers using strategies and algorithms (standard algorithm) with specified constraints.
  • Solve single-step and multistep contextual problems involving addition, subtraction, and multiplication of decimals using strategies and algorithms.
  • Solve single-step contextual problems involving division with decimals using strategies and algorithms.