In this introduction to approximation theory, students compute the slope and intercept of a line. They describe nonlinear relationships. This four page worksheet contains approximately five problems.

In this differentiation worksheet, students find an equation of a line tangent to a curve. They use linear approximation to estimate answers. This two-page worksheet contains approximately 12 multi-step problems.

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...

In this differentiability worksheet, students write expressions for a tangent line approximation to a graph, determine the limits, and use Taylor's theorem to differentiate given functions. This three-page worksheet contains a...

In this integration worksheet, students graph a function that is a quarter circle curve. They calculate lengths of curves by approximation using the distance formula. Students use a computer program to calculate the approximation of the...

Third graders are introduced to how to divide by 3 and 4. They are told that are going to use the same procedures as they did on yesterday, except with new divisors. Students turn their attention to the Paddle Problem on page 206 of...

In this second grade math problem solving worksheet, 2nd graders draw pictures to solve three addition and subtraction problems.

Middle schoolers add, subtract, multiply, and divide rational numbers. They find the square and the cube of numbers. They create a game incorporating computation on rational numbers. Everyone works together to write and evaluate...

In this estimation and addition instructional activity, students complete 3 different sections with 6 questions in total. The first section asks students to do addition using the British pound. The second asks them to estimate and then...

In this fraction estimation learning exercise, students estimate seven improper fractions to the nearest whole number. There is an answer sheet included.

Third graders use estimation, fractions and decimals to determine the perimeter of objects in the classroom. They are given a worksheet with a list of the items on it. The worksheet has columns beside each of the items for estimation and...

Students participate in an estimation activity to determine the length of a hallway or to estimate how many people can fit in the school stadium or gym.

Second graders measure surface area and perimeter using estimation. They complete a variety of measurement activities using Cheerios breakfast cereal.

In this math worksheet, students complete 14 problems where they estimate money amounts and multiplication products using numbers with decimals. Examples are provided in this well-designed worksheet.

In this estimation worksheet, 5th graders answer multiple choice questions about estimation of measurements, total numbers, and more. Students complete 10 multiple choice questions.

Fourth graders complete a worksheet about approximate measurements. In this lesson plan on approximation, 4th graders compare the wingspan of a given bird to the wingspan of other birds and classroom objects.

For this estimating for reasonable answers worksheet, students interactively answer 10 multiple choice questions about estimation, then click to check their answers.

In this math learning exercise, 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.

In this estimation and number lines worksheet, learners look at and study 3 number lines and determine where the arrows are pointing on each line. Students then write that number right above each of the 12 arrows.

In this estimating sums worksheet, students, working with a partner, practice problem solving five word problems involving estimation.

In this rounding to the nearest ten and hundred worksheet, pupils, with a partner, calculate the answers to nine word problems or mathematical equations dealing with estimation.

Students estimate the number of items in a group. In this estimation lesson, students are presented with random objects to clean up. Students estimate how many items are present and then compare the actual number of items to their...

In this math worksheet, students choose 20 items from a shopping list that includes the price of each food. Students estimate the cost of the list and then figure out the actual cost.

In this number line worksheet, students draw an arrow to show where 5 numbers can be found on a number line and then write what the number is that each arrow is pointing to on three number lines.