M8.G.6 Pythagorean Theorem Word Problem

Write a word problem using Pythagorean Theorem and explain it in writing. Discuss the relationships (using units of length) between the legs and hypotenuse in your problem.

M7.RP.3 Angie's Tips

Angie says that she always “tips” 20% because it is easy to calculate in her head. Explain what Angie means. What if Angie's bill was $22? What would Angie tip?

M6.EE.5 Marcus' Typing Challenge

Marcus types at a rate of 36 words per minute. He will need to type more than 1,440 words to break his own “record”. Marcus thinks he can break the record in 30 minutes. Is Marcus correct or not? Explain. Should Marcus set up an equation or inequality to solve this problem? Explain.

Answer the following 3 questions. Use the RACE strategy when responding. The RACE strategy is explained here: http://www.oncoursesystems.com/school/webpage/466878/1054513.

Transformation A

1. Which transformation is Transformation A (pictured above)?

Transformation B

2. Which transformation is Transformation B (pictured above)?

Transformation C

3. Which transformation is Transformation C (pictured above)?

Ratio Reasoning MCC6.RP.3

Tamara and Anthony were asked the following question: How many days would it take the average U.S. citizen to generate 175 pounds of trash? Decide who has set up this problem correctly. Be prepared to explain who you think is right and why.