School Improvement in Maryland

Using the State Curriculum: Mathematics, Grade 5

Algebra | Geometry | Measurement | Statistics | Probability | Number | Processes

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Standard 3.0 Knowledge of Measurement

Topic C. Applications in Measurement

Indicator 1. Estimate and apply measurement formulas

Objective b. Determine area

Assessment limit: Use rectangles and whole numbers (0 – 200)

Selected Response Item

Nathan divided his rectangular garden into 8 sections that are the same size and shape.

What is the area of the whole garden?

  1. 28 square feet
  2. 44 square feet
  3. 112 square feet
  4. 118 square feet
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Correct Answer:
C

Assessment limit:
Use rectangles and whole numbers (0 – 200)