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Smarties Investigation

For Students 3rd - 4th
For this math worksheet, students participate in an investigation of Smarties candy. For example, students estimate how many candies they have in each color, count the actual number, and record the information in a tally chart.
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Math Problem #1: Exhausting Fossil Fuel Resources

For Students 10th - 12th
For this fossil fuel worksheet, students graph fossil fuel consumption from given information. Afterward, they estimate the annual rate of petroleum consumption and predict future consumption figures. In this one-page worksheet, there...
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Local Linearity and the Microscope Approximation

For Students Higher Ed
In this local linearity worksheet, students identify the slope of a line tangent to the graph at a given point. They use linear approximation to estimate values. Students determine the slope of a secant line at a given point. This...
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The Derivative

For Students Higher Ed
In this derivative worksheet, students estimate the derivative of given functions. They identify the slope, the rate of change find the slope of a parabola. This two-page worksheet contains definitions, examples and five problems,
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Rate Equation

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this rate equation worksheet, students use Euler's method to estimate the value of rate equations. They use the piecewise linear function approximation to determine the solution of an initial value problem. This two-page worksheet...
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How Much is a Pound? A Weight Lesson

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders explore weight in pounds. In this measurement lesson, students estimate the weight of teacher-provided objects, measure the actual weight of the objects using scales, and discuss food products sold by the pound....
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Pump Up the Volume

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders calculate volume. In this volume lesson, 4th graders calculate, estimate, and compare units of volume in English and metric systems.
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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

Rough Rule

For Students 6th - 8th
For this algebra activity, learners estimate the Canadian population using the rough rule. There are two questions.
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Side Splitter Triangles

For Teachers 8th - 11th
Students investigate the side splitter theorem. For this geometry lesson, students estimate and solve problems dealing with ratios and proportions. They identify angles created by lines that are parallel.
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Measuring to the Nearest Inch

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders use whole numbers and fractions to make connections between abstractions of the mathematical world and the real world. In this fractions and measurement activity, 3rd graders identify, quantify groups , and measure...
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Estimating

For Students 2nd - 4th
In this estimation worksheet, students estimate the three digit numbers to the nearest hundreds. Students complete 10 problems total.
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Estimating

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this estimating worksheet, students estimate the four digit numbers given to them to the nearest thousand. Students complete 10 problems total.
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Pennsylvania Department of Education

How Many Ways?

For Teachers Pre-K - 3rd
Students estimate the amount of money they have in groups of pennies, nickels, and dimes. In this money lesson plan, students then count up the amounts they have and exchange money amounts.
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Rounding to Add #2

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this addition worksheet, students round addends to the nearest 10 to estimate sums. A website reference for additional resources is given. One example is completed for students.
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Rounding to Add

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this rounding to add learning exercise, students round addends to the nearest ten and estimate sums for 14 problems. One example is completed; a website reference is given.
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Rounding to Add

For Students 2nd - 3rd
In this rounding to add instructional activity, students round addends to the nearest ten and estimate sums. A website reference for additional resources is given.
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Sliding Along

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders explore the concept of linear measurements and how they work. Coins are used to reinforce the process.
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Number Sense and Operations

For Students 5th
In this number sense and operations worksheet, 5th graders solve 17 different types of problems that include estimation and determining the exact answer of an equation. First, they determine the sum of two numbers closest to one listed....
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Estimation and Significant Figures

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the importance of significant figures through measuring and estimating. In this estimation and significant figures lesson plan, students measure pieces of paper and round their figures to the nearest marking on the...
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Math Mammoth

Measuring Length: Metric

For Students 3rd
In this mathematics learning exercise, 3rd graders draw lines for each measurement. Then they measure the lines to the nearest centimeter. Students also use a ruler, a measuring tape, and measure small items and longer items.
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Using Map Scales to Figure Distances and Areas

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
The asteroid is getting closer and the question is whether the state of Alabraska is large enough for the shelter calculated in the previous activity. Teams determine the scale of their project and then use the scale on the map to...
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Estimating, Measuring and Naming Angles

For Students 5th - 6th
In this angle worksheet, students first estimate, then measure within 15 degrees and name a set of 3 angles. A reference web site is given for additional activities.
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Charleston School District

Scientific Notation Operations

For Students 8th Standards
How do you operate with numbers in scientific notation? The resource provides examples on how to divide and multiply with numbers written in scientific notation. The handout and video also cover the procedure for addition and subtraction...
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Bowland

Hot Under the Collar

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
It is close enough for all practical purposes. Pupils see two methods to convert degrees Celsius to degrees Fahrenheit, one with exact numbers and another using estimation. Learners review both methods and determine when the estimation...

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