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Using the State Curriculum: Mathematics, Grade 5

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Standard 6.0 Knowledge of Number Relationships and Computation/Arithmetic

Topic C. Number Computation

Indicator 1. Analyze number relations and compute

Objective d. Add and subtract proper fractions and mixed numbers with answers in simplest form

Assessment limit: Use denominators as factors of 24 and numbers (0 – 20)
Note: Highlighted assessment limits will be tested in the no calculator section of MSA.

Selected Response Item

Tully prepared two candy recipes. The first recipe used 3three quarters cups of sugar. The second recipe used 2two thirds cups of sugar.

How much sugar did Tully use to make both recipes?

  1. 5 one twelfth cups
  2. 5 five twelfths cups
  3. 6 five twelfths cups
  4. 6 seven twelfths cups
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Correct Answer:
C

Assessment limit:
Use denominators as factors of 24 and numbers (0 – 20)