M.6.Q.NS.7

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M.6.Q.NS.7

Understand ordering and absolute value of positive and negative rational numbers.

  1. a.Interpret statements of inequality as statements about the relative position of two numbers on a number line diagram.
  2. b.Write, interpret, and explain order for rational numbers on a number line in real-world contexts, including the use of inequalities.
  3. c.Interpret absolute value as the distance a number is from zero on a number line, and understand the magnitude of absolute value in real world contexts like comparing temperatures, or understanding the size of a debt. For example, for an account balance of -30 dollars, write |-30| = 30 to describe the size of the debt in dollars.
  4. d.Distinguish comparisons of absolute value from statements about order.

Common Core: 6.NS.C.7

Resources5 IM tasksWIDAOSPI

Illustrative Mathematics tasks5

WIDA language connections1

Explain · Expressivespeaking, writing and representing

ELD-MA.6-8.Explain.Expressive · Language for Mathematics, Grades 6-8

Construct mathematical explanations that…

  • Introduce concept or entity
  • Share solution with others
  • Describe data and/or problem-solving

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Smarter Balanced interim assessment

  • Grade 6: Rational Number System II · Focused interim block, items 2, 3, 4, 5, 6*, 8*, 9*, 10*, 11*

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