Mathematics · Pedagogy of Mathematics
A teacher gave the following word problem in her class: 'For a school picnic, 12 children can be accommodated in a car. How many cars are required if 78 children are going on the school picnic?' One of the students came up with 6.5 as the answer. Which of the following is most appropriate for the above situation?
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- 1The student does not understand the fundamental concept of division.
- 2The question is misleading and mathematically incorrect for primary students.
- 3The teacher can use this situation to introduce the concept of rounding off and its significance in daily life.✓
- 4The answer given by the student is correct and acceptable as the final answer.
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The teacher can use this situation to introduce the concept of rounding off and its significance in daily life.
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