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Using the State Curriculum: Mathematics, Grade 5

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

Sample Assessments: Each sample assessment item gives an idea of how an assessment item on the MSA might be presented. The items appropriately measure the content of the State Curriculum and may be formatted similarly to those appearing on the MSA; however, these are sample items only and have not appeared on any MSA form.

Standard 6.0 Knowledge of Number Relationships and Computation/Arithmetic

Topic C. Number Computation

Indicator 1. Analyze number relations and compute

Objective c. Interpret quotients and remainders mathematically and in the context of a problem

Assessment limit: Use dividend with no more than a 3-digits by a 1 or 2 digit divisor and whole numbers (0 – 999)

Selected Response Item

The art teacher has 824 paint brushes. He wants to put 8 brushes in a box. How many boxes can he fill?

  1. 4 boxes
  2. 13 boxes
  3. 103 boxes
  4. 130 boxes
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Correct Answer:
C

Assessment limit:
Use dividend with no more than a 3-digits by a 1 or 2 digit divisor and whole numbers (0 – 999)