4.5A (Readiness) - 4th Grade Math STAAR

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What is a mathematical equation?

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A mathematical equation is a statement that two expressions are equal, often containing variables and constants.

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What does it mean to solve for a variable?

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To solve for a variable means to find the value of that variable that makes the equation true.

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What is multiplication?

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Multiplication is a mathematical operation that represents the repeated addition of a number.

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What is a strip diagram?

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A strip diagram is a visual representation used to show the relationship between quantities, often used in solving word problems.

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What does 'twice as many' mean?

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'Twice as many' means two times the amount of something.

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How do you find the total of two numbers?

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To find the total of two numbers, you add them together.

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What is division?

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Division is a mathematical operation that splits a number into equal parts.

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What is a variable in math?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown value in an equation.

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What does it mean to drink half of something?

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To drink half of something means to consume 50% of the total amount.

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How can you represent a problem with an equation?

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You can represent a problem with an equation by identifying the quantities involved and how they relate to each other.