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Mental Math to Multiply by Whole Number Powers of Ten: The Rule for Tens InteractiveMental Math to Multiply by Whole Number Powers of Ten: The Rule for Tens Interactive
Publisher
CK-12 Foundation
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Grade
6th - 8th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
Interactives
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Duration
15 mins
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Year
2016
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Mental Math to Multiply by Whole Number Powers of Ten: The Rule for Tens

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Eight questions challenge scholars to use mental math while multiplying whole numbers by powers of 10. A tool with bouncing decimals demonstrates how and where the decimal moves. Question types include several multiple-choice, a drag-and-drop, fill-in-the-blank, and open discussion. 

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

multiplication, powers of 10, decimals, multiplying decimals, mental math, decimal points, multiplication whole numbers, whole numbers

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Have the link bookmarked for early finishers to quickly open and complete when time allows 
  • Walk through the interactive with the class, think out loud and invite volunteers to assist in the problem-solving process 
  • Assign the interactive for homework to give pupils the opportunity to practice their skills outside of school  

Classroom Considerations

  • Remind pupils to reset the tool between problems 
  • A free CK-12 account is required to access the interactive

Pros

  • Equations are color-coded
  • Answers are graded immediately—incorrect responses reveal correct answers 
  • Questions are written clearly 

Cons

  • None

Common Core

5.NBT.A.2

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