Where is math in dinnertime?
One whole pizza pie:
Two toppings to choose.
Three slices with peppers: 3/8.
Four slices with pepperoni: 1/2.
(How many slices are plain?)
FromMath in the Bath by
Sara Atherlay
In this chapter you will:
Explore addition properties
Estimate, add, and subtract fractions
Evaluate expressions and
solve equations with fractions
Solve problems by working backward
Critical Thinking/Finding Together
Work with a classmate to write a pizza
problem similar to the problem above.
Use your favorite pizza toppings. Challenge
student pairs to solve the problem.
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