Some Problems with Fractions for the Middle School.

Lappan, Glenda; Winter, Mary Jean

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Publication Date: 1981-Feb

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Some Problems with Fractions for the Middle School.

Lappan, Glenda; Winter, Mary Jean

Mathematics Teacher, v74 n2 p102-04 Feb 1981

Interesting mathematical questions that require computations involving fractions, percentages, and decimals are presented. The material is designed for students in the middle school grades, but many of the ideas could be used with higher or lower level pupils. (MP)

Descriptors: Algorithms, Basic Skills, Decimal Fractions, Fractions, Instructional Materials, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Middle Schools, Percentage, Problem Solving

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Learner

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Audience: Practitioners

Language: English

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