Tally Marks

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What are tally marks used for?

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Tally marks are used to represent and count items in a simple and visual way, often used for keeping score or tracking quantities.

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How is the number 5 represented in tally marks?

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The number 5 is represented by four vertical lines crossed by a diagonal line (||||/).

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What is the significance of grouping tally marks in sets of five?

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Grouping tally marks in sets of five makes it easier to count larger quantities quickly and accurately.

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How do you convert tally marks to numerical values?

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To convert tally marks to numerical values, count the number of vertical lines and add one for each diagonal line that crosses them.

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What is the tally mark representation for the number 10?

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The number 10 is represented by two sets of five tally marks (||||/ ||||/).

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How can tally marks be used in data collection?

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Tally marks can be used in data collection to record frequencies of responses or occurrences in a simple and organized manner.

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What is the maximum number of tally marks before a diagonal line is drawn?

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The maximum number of tally marks before a diagonal line is drawn is four.

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How do you represent the number 13 in tally marks?

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The number 13 is represented by two sets of five tally marks and three additional vertical lines (||||/ ||||/ |||).

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What is the purpose of using tally marks in surveys?

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Tally marks are used in surveys to quickly record and visualize responses, making it easier to analyze data.

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What is the tally mark representation for the number 6?

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The number 6 is represented by one set of five tally marks and one additional vertical line (||||/ |).