As discussed in Chapter 4, what is the main reason why schools choose to teach an "integrated" high school mathematics program instead of a traditional sequence of algebra and geometry courses?
a) They are following the NCTM Standards.
b) They are following their state model.
c) They want to involve real-world application problems.
d) They want to connect a variety of mathematical topics.
e) They want to integrate students into the same classroom.
D
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In the U.S., early definitions of giftedness were related to
a. performance on achievement tests. b. performance in the classroom. c. performance in the arts. d. performance on the Stanford-Binet Intelligence Test.
A student multiplied 5½ × 3¼, but was not sure of his answer. Which of the following mathematical statements that he listed on his paper has the same meaning as the given problem?
a. (5 × 3) + (½ × ¼) b. (5 + ½) × 3 × ¼ c. (5 × ½) + (3 × ¼) d. (5 + ½) × (3 + ¼)
This seating arrangement increases on-task behaviour and/or decreases off-task behavior when students are expected to work on their own.
a. Circles b. Clusters c. Rows d. Semicircles
Kate has been having trouble sleeping. She feels anxious and irritable some days. She was in a rush to get to her class this morning and too busy to grab any kind of breakfast, even her usual coffee. It is now lunch time, and she has developed a strong headache. She does not drink alcohol and drinks plenty of water. What is the most likely culprit of her sudden headache?
A. Kate did not eat. B. Kate is under too much stress. C. Kate did not drink caffeine. D. Kate is suffering from depression.