Lesson 6

Comparing Fractions

Est. Class Sessions: 2

Daily Practice and Problems

Teacher Notes
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TIMS Task

Use this DPP item to solve problems using the multiplication facts for the 3s.

  1. 18 cans of soda.
    Possible response:
    I added 6 + 6 + 6 = 18.
  2. 24 buns.
    Possible response:
    I multiplied 3 × 8 = 24.

    3 × 4 = 12 and 12 + 12 = 24 so 3 × 8 = 24.

T. Multiplication

Show or tell how you solve each problem.

  1. Emily bought 3 six-packs of soda at the store. How many cans of soda are there?
  2. Michael bought 3 packages of hot dog buns. There are 8 hot dog buns in each package. How many hot dog buns did Michael buy?