School Improvement in Maryland

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 A. Knowledge of Number and Place Value

Indicator 1. Apply knowledge of fractions, decimals, and place value

Objective c. Identify and determine equivalent forms of proper fractions

Assessment limit: Use denominators that are factors of 100, decimals, or percents (0 – 200)
Note: Highlighted assessment limits will be tested in the no calculator section of MSA.

Extended Constructed Response (ECR) Item

Michele took a 20-question quiz in her mathematics class. She answered of the questions correctly on the quiz.

Step A

What is Michele's score written as a percent?

Step B

  • Explain how you found the percent that is equivalent to the fraction form of Michele's score. Use what you know about fractions and percents in your explanation. Use words, numbers, and/or symbols.
  • Michele took a 25-question quiz in her science class. She answered of the questions correctly. Is the score on her science quiz the same or different than her math score? Explain why your answer is correct. Use what you know about fractions and percents in your explanation. Use words, numbers, and/or symbols.
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Correct Answer:
Step A
85%

Assessment limit:
Use denominators that are factors of 100, decimals, or percents (0 – 200)

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