Solving math problems with multiple operations
8,000 schools use Gynzy
92,000 teachers use Gynzy
1,600,000 students use Gynzy
General
Students learn to calculate with multiple operations.
Standards
CCSS.Math.Content.5.OA.A.1
CCSS.Math.Content.5.OA.A.2
Learning objective
Students will be able to solve problems with multiple operations.
Introduction
Ask students to solve a set of division problems within the given time. Then start the timer again and ask students to solve the set of multiplication problems. You can also adjust the amount of time in the hourglass to better fit your classroom needs.
Instruction
Explain to students that there are rules about the order of operations within a math problem. One of the rules is that x and ÷ are done before + and - . That means that all multiplication and division actions happen before the addition or subtraction actions. Show the problem 6 × 30 + 4 × 100. Show that to solve this problem you first solve the multiplication portion, and then add the numbers together. Show the next problem and read the story. Remind students to read the story carefully to determine what math actions need to be taken in the problem. Show students which numbers are required to determine that the math problem is 22 x 7.50 + 3 x 15.35. Calculate the problem by first multiplying the numbers and then adding the products. Next ask students to solve the next problem with you together as a class. Then have students solve the rest of the problems individually or in pairs.
Check that students are able to solve a math problem with multiple operations by asking the following question:
- What order do you follow when solving a problem with x, ÷, +, and - ?
Quiz
Students are given story problems in which they must determine which operations are being asked, and then solve for a specific question. Students are asked to multiply, divide, add and subtract.
Closing
Discuss the importance of being able to solve a math problem with multiple operations. Then ask students to form pairs and solve the multi step problem.
Teaching tips
Students who have difficulty with this learning goal can start by practicing determining what the math problems are from the story problems. Once they have figured out the steps, you can have them solve it in steps, (such as 3 x 10 = 30, and 4 x 10 = 40, and then 30 + 40 = 70) before practicing the entire problem 3 x 10 + 4 x 10 =.
The online teaching platform for interactive whiteboards and displays in schools
Save time building lessons
Manage the classroom more efficiently
Increase student engagement
Discover more!
About Gynzy
Gynzy is an online teaching platform for interactive whiteboards and displays in schools.
With a focus on elementary education, Gynzy’s Whiteboard, digital tools, and activities make it easy for teachers to save time building lessons, increase student engagement, and make classroom management more efficient.