Using visual models can help students better understand mathematics problems. Often, using visual models can help students better understand mathematics problems. How can the following drawings be interpreted as showing the quotient for 3 ÷ ½? What real-world problem might go with each of the three diagrams? a) b) c)
Help decide if Natasha’s idea about dividing fractions is correct.
Help decide of Jacob’s idea is correct.
Looking for patterns in division.
How can you explain the meaning of 1/3?
Help Demetrius and BJ decide how many servings they ate.
Using diagrams to show factors and products.
How many cans does one container hold?
Why does moving the decimal point work when you multiply decimals?
Using basic fraction operations to describe the fraction of shaded figures.