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Number Shorthand

Subject Area
Math: Elementary Math: Number Operations
Level
K-5
6-8
Activity Time
45 Minutes
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TI-10
TI-15 Explorer™
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Lessons

Number Shorthand

Activity Overview

Students will use patterns created on the calculator with the constant operation to develop an understanding of scientific notation.

Before the Activity

Have students review the pattern created when using 10 as a factor.

During the Activity

Ask students:

Based on this pattern, what do you think happens when we multiply by 10 over and over again?

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Subject Area
Math: Elementary Math: Number Operations
Level
K-5
6-8
Activity Time
45 Minutes
TI Calculator
TI-10
TI-15 Explorer™
Resource Types
Lessons
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