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Using the State Curriculum: Mathematics, Grade 6

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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 rational numbers and place value

Objective c. Identify and determine equivalent forms of fractions as decimals, as percents, and as ratios

Assessment limit: Use proper fractions with denominators as factors of 100, decimals, percents, or ratios (0 – 1000)
Note: Highlighted assessment limits will be tested in the no calculator section of MSA.

Selected Response Item

What is 27% written as a ratio?

  1. 27:1,000
  2. 27:100
  3. 27:10
  4. 27:1
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Correct Answer:
B

Assessment limit:
Use proper fractions with denominators as factors of 100, decimals, percents, or ratios (0 – 1000)
Resources for Objective 6.A.1.c:
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