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M & M Percentages Activity

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Students complete a worksheet using M & M's to calculate percentages. They are given demonstrations by the teacher to know how to complete the activity.

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percents

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m & m's, percentages, math
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Grade
6th - 9th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
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For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning

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