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Using the State Curriculum: Mathematics, Grade 4

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Standard 6.0 Knowledge of Number Relationships and Computation/Arithmetic

Topic A. Knowledge of Number and Place Value

Indicator 1. Apply knowledge of whole numbers and place value

Objective a. Read, write, and represent whole numbers using symbols, words, and models

Assessment limit: Use whole numbers (0 - 1,000,000)

Brief Constructed Response (BCR) Item

Olivia made the number 506,890 with cards.

Step A
Write Olivia's number in word form.

Step B
Olivia removed the card with the five on it. Explain how this would change the word form of the number.
Use what you know about numbers and place value in your explanation.
Use words and/or numbers in your explanation.

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Correct Answer:
BCR

Assessment limit:
Use whole numbers (0 - 1,000,000)

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