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Study Guide — 4.OA.A.2

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Multiply or divide to solve word problems involving multiplicative co…

Solve one- and two-step word problems by modeling and choosing operations.

What this standard means

  • Multiply or divide to solve word problems involving multiplicative comparison, e.g., by using drawings and equations with a symbol for the unknown number to represent the problem, distinguishing multiplicative comparison from additive comparison.1
  • Apply multiply or divide to solve word problems involving multiplicative co… with models and explanation
  • Models the problem with a drawing

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How to use the 20 practice sets

| Sets | When to use | | --- | --- | | 1–5 | Intro — explore together, short written items | | 6–10 | Core skills — diagrams and written practice | | 11–15 | Mixed review — explain thinking | | 16–20 | Stretch — word problems and mastery tasks |

Pacing: 10–15 minutes per session.

How to practice

1. Underline the question and key numbers 2. Draw a bar model or diagram 3. Check whether the answer fits the story

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Common mistakes

  • Using the wrong operation
  • Stopping after one step in two-step problems

Review and practice tests

1. Start Review 1/10 when sets 1–3 feel comfortable. 2. Move up one review level with little help. 3. Use Practice Test 4/10–6/10 for mid-standard checks. 4. Practice Test 10/10 is the mastery bar for 4.OA.A.2.

  • [ ] Models the problem with a drawing
  • [ ] Chooses correct operation(s)
  • [ ] Answers in complete sentences with units

Materials for this standard

  • Practice Problems — 20 printable sets
  • Review — 10 difficulty levels
  • Practice Test — 10 difficulty levels
  • Answer key — for parents and tutors

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