Estimating Quotients
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Mathematics
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5th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the process of estimating quotients using compatible numbers?
Back
Estimating quotients using compatible numbers involves rounding the numbers to the nearest values that are easy to divide, making mental calculations simpler.
Tags
CCSS.5.NBT.B.6
CCSS.6.NS.B.2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are compatible numbers?
Back
Compatible numbers are numbers that are easy to compute with mentally, often rounded to make calculations simpler, such as 40 and 20 for estimating 821 ÷ 41.
Tags
CCSS.4.NBT.B.6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Estimate the quotient of 750 ÷ 25 using compatible numbers.
Back
30, because 750 is close to 800 and 25 is close to 20.
Tags
CCSS.5.NBT.B.7
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you estimate the quotient of a division problem?
Back
To estimate the quotient, round the dividend and divisor to compatible numbers, then divide the rounded numbers.
Tags
CCSS.5.NBT.B.7
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the estimated quotient of 900 ÷ 45?
Back
20, because 900 is close to 900 and 45 is close to 50.
Tags
CCSS.5.NBT.B.7
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
In the context of estimating quotients, what does the term 'quotient' refer to?
Back
The quotient is the result of dividing one number by another.
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CCSS.5.NBT.B.6
CCSS.6.NS.B.2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you use estimation to check the reasonableness of a division answer?
Back
By estimating the quotient and comparing it to the actual answer, you can determine if the answer is reasonable.
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