Develop an understanding of and fluency with multiplication and division of fractions and decimals.
General Information
Number: MA.6.A.1
Title: BIG IDEA 1
Type:
Big Idea
Subject: X-Mathematics (former standards - 2008) - Archived
Grade: 6
Body of Knowledge: Algebra
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Independent
MA.6.A.1.In.a
Express and represent fractions, including halves, fourths, thirds, and eighths, using number names and numerals.
MA.6.A.1.In.b
Identify multiplication as repeated addition of equal groups and multiply one-digit numbers using physical and visual models with numerals.
MA.6.A.1.In.c
Identify division as repeated subtraction of equal groups and divide one-digit numbers using physical and visual models with numerals.
MA.6.A.1.In.d
Solve real-world problems involving fractions, including halves, fourths, thirds, and eighths.
Supported
MA.6.A.1.Su.a
Express, represent, and use fractions, including halves, fourths, and thirds, as parts of a whole and as parts of a set, using number names.
MA.6.A.1.Su.b
Combine (multiply) equal sets with quantities to 30 using objects and pictures with numerals.
MA.6.A.1.Su.c
Use counting and grouping to separate (divide) quantities to 30 into sets with the same number using objects or pictures.
MA.6.A.1.Su.d
Solve real-world problems involving fractions, including halves, fourths, and thirds using real objects or physical models.
Participatory
MA.6.A.1.Pa.a
Recognize part (half) of sets of objects to 4.
MA.6.A.1.Pa.b
Solve simple problems involving joining and separating parts of a set or parts of a whole.
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Tutorial
Multiplying Fractions:
The video describes how to multiply fractions and state the answer in lowest terms.
Type: Tutorial
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Teaching Idea
Why Use the Reciprocal When Dividing Fractions?:
Sometimes students ask, "Why are we using the reciprocal when dividing fractions?" This website gives you the language you can use and a visual demonstration of why.
Type: Teaching Idea
Tutorials
How Do You Divide Fractions?:
This five-minute video answers the question "Must one always invert and multiply?" when dividing fractions. An alternative algorithm is presented which works well in certain cases. The video focuses on sense-making in using either method, and on judging the reasonableness of answers.
Type: Tutorial
Multiplying Fractions:
The video describes how to multiply fractions and state the answer in lowest terms.
Type: Tutorial