EstimationStory Problems and Graphs

Estimation and Story Problems• Problems where you need to have

enough for everybody– Your class is going on a field trip. Each bus can hold

27 people. If there are 115 people, how many busses will you need

• Always Round UP!

Estimation and Story Problems• Problems estimating averages• Since it’s an estimation, you can use

compatible numbers to calculate– Numbers that are easy to mentally calculate

• Prince Fielder was at bat 612 times this season, and hit 197 times. Estimate his batting average– 612~ 600 197~200– 600÷200= .333

Estimation and Story Problems• Proportions- Comparing 2 different ratios

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