Grade 6 Mathematics · Pre-UnitStandard 5.OA.B.3

Lesson 1.51.5 Small Group · Group 1

Group 1 · Set BSecond form · new problems, same idea

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Learning target With my small group, I can find patterns and pattern rules, use them to make generalizations, and check my solutions with a table of values — one step at a time, with support.

Remember1.5 Small Group · Group 1

Find the pattern and use it to predict and check, like knowing the pennies must be a multiple of 5. Look for patterns. A pattern helps you predict and check an answer without testing every case.

Words: pattern (patrón)pattern rule (regla del patrón)generalization (generalización)table of values (tabla de valores)reasonableness (sensatez del resultado)

  1. 1Complete each step, then write the final answer.

    How many nickels make $2.00?

    Show your work

    Hint 20 nickels make $1.00. How many nickels make $2.00?

    Final answer:
  2. 2Complete each step, then write the final answer.

    What are 80 nickels and 20 quarters worth together?

    Show your work

    Hint 20 nickels make $1.00. 4 quarters make $1.00.

    Final answer:
  3. 3Complete each step, then write the final answer.
    Pencils1460Cost ($)0.251?× 4× 4× ?× ?

    A pencil costs $0.25. What do 60 pencils cost?

    Show your work

    Hint This is the quarter pattern: 4 pencils cost $1.00.

    Final answer:
  4. 4Complete each step, then write the final answer.

    A jar has $5.00 in quarters and dimes. There are 12 quarters. How many dimes are in the jar?

    Show your work

    Hint Find the value of the quarters. The dimes make the rest.

    Final answer:

Explain your thinkingWhy must the pennies be a multiple of 5 when the jar is worth $12.40? How does that help you check?

Sentence starter The pennies must be a multiple of 5 because ___. · The pattern helps me check because ___.

How did it go? ☐ 4 · I can teach it☐ 3 · I've got it☐ 2 · I need a hint☐ 1 · I need help