Watch Out for Parentheses 1

This problem asks the student to evaluate six numerical expressions that contain the same integers and operations yet have differing results due to placement of parentheses. This type of problem helps students to see structure in numerical expressions. In later grades they will be working with similar ideas in the context of seeing and using structure in algebraic expressions.
Resource ID#: 43071 Type: Problem-Solving Task
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Subject(s): Mathematics
Grade Level(s): 5
Intended Audience: Educators educators, Students , Parents
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Instructional Component Type(s): Problem-Solving Task
Instructional Design Framework(s): Confirmation Inquiry (Level 1)
Resource Collection: Illustrative Mathematics

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