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Order of operations
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1. Exploration
- Using Order of Operations and Grouping Symbols to Create Numerical Expressions
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2. Practice
- Correcting Errors in an Order of Operations
- Solving Multi-Step Number Problems
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3. Practice: Word problems
- Translating Word Problems into Numeric Equations
- Translating Word Problems into Numeric Equations
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Order of operations
Alexander Vujic, Oct 3, 2024

Order of operations MYP1
Table of Contents
- Exploration
- Using Order of Operations and Grouping Symbols to Create Numerical Expressions
- Practice
- Correcting Errors in an Order of Operations
- Solving Multi-Step Number Problems
- Practice: Word problems
- Translating Word Problems into Numeric Equations
- Translating Word Problems into Numeric Equations
Using Order of Operations and Grouping Symbols to Create Numerical Expressions
Discover how grouping symbols can change the value of an expression. Position parentheses in an expression to create the largest possible number.

Putting It All Together
Answer these open ended questions on your own or with others to form deeper math connections.
Which operation has the greatest effect on the result of the expression?
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How can the parentheses be used so an exponent has the greatest the effect?
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Correcting Errors in an Order of Operations
Find the error made in applying the order of operations and correct it to ensure the expression is calculated accurately.

Translating Word Problems into Numeric Equations
Translate word problems into numeric expressions in this interactive activity.

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