Estimating Magnitude for 1st Graders

What is the purpose of the Mage Math video game?

• To improve children's video game playing skills

• To discourage the use of technology in education

• To teach children video game development

• To make math fun and engaging for children

What is the main educational goal of the Mage Math game?

• To focus on advanced math topics

• To provide entertainment only

• To teach children about game design

• To enhance math confidence and skills

How many dodge balls were in the first group?

• 4

• 3

• 400

• 40

By what factor did the number of dodge balls increase in the second group compared to the first?

• 4 times

• 40 times

• 10 times

• 100 times

How many digits are there in the number representing the third group of dodge balls?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What concept was primarily taught using dodge balls?

• Magnitude and estimation

• Addition and subtraction

• Multiplication and division

• Geometry and shapes

What was the correct estimation for the number of blocks?

• 30

• 400

• 3

• 300

Why was the estimation of 30 blocks considered correct?

• It was visually more than 3 but less than 300

• It was the smallest number

• The blocks were too small to count

• It was the largest number

How many pieces of candy were estimated to be in the jar?

• 40

• 400

• 4

• 300

What was the key reason for estimating 400 pieces of candy in the jar?

• The jar was large

• There were more than 40 but less than 300

• The candies were small in size

• The amount was visibly more than 40