1. Grade Seven – Pre-Algebra - Unit 5
Mathematics
Grade Seven – Pre-Algebra - Unit 5
Content Vocabulary:
Dimensional analysis
Least common denominator (LCD)
Least common multiple (LCM)
Multiple
Rational numbers
Reciprocals
Repeating decimals
Terminating decimal
Operations
with
Fractions
Essential Understandings:
Algebraic Reasoning: Patterns and Functions-
solve equations by adding or subtracting fractions; by multiplying fractions; solve equations with mixed numbers
Numerical and Proportional Reasoning-
find the least common multiple
compare fractions
write fractions as decimals and decimals as fractions
add and subtract fractions and mixed numbers
multiply and divide fractions
use “working backward” as a problem solving strategy
find powers of products and/or quotients
Geometry and Measurement-
identify appropriate customary units
convert customary units