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Can your child answer these mental math questions? The results may surprise you!
If they can solve problems at and above grade level, they may be ready for a challenge. If they are unable to answer questions at grade level or below, they're likely in need of extra help.
First Grade: 11 + 12 = _______
Second Grade: 1 + 2 + 3 + 4 + 5 + 6 + 7 + 8 + 9 + 10 = ______
Third Grade: How much is 99 plus 99 plus 99?
Fourth Grade: Count by 13/4 from 0 to 7.
Fifth Grade: Which is greatest: 17/18, 23/30, or 18/19? Explain how you got your answer!
Sixth Grade: Halfway through the second quarter, how much of the game is left?
Seventh Grade: How much is 6 1/2% of 250?
Eighth Grade: On a certain map, 6 inches represent 25 miles. How many miles do 15 inches represent?
Algebra: When you take 3 away from twice a number, the answer is 8. What is the number?
Functions: What is the absolute value of the point (3, 4)?
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