Activity Overview
In this activity, students learn to represent the quotient in different formats. They use the calculator as a visual model to understand the relationship between the remainder and a fraction.
Before the Activity
Set up the calculator as explained in the appendix file
See the attached PDF file for detailed instructions for this activity
Print the pages from the attached PDF file for the class
During the Activity
Distribute the pages to the class.
Follow the Activity procedures:
Determine the number of tables required to seat 308 guests, if each table seats 8 guests
Divide 308 by 8 and observe the answer on the calculator
Use the fraction key to get the answer as a fraction Use the decimal key to get answers in decimal format
Note the quotient and remainder in both answer formats
After the Activity
Review student results:
As a class, discuss questions that appeared to be more challenging
Re-teach concepts as necessary