Unit 2, Lesson 3
Interpret Equations
Grade 5
Preparation
Lesson Narrative
In previous lessons, students developed the understanding that . In this lesson, students deepen their understanding of the relationship between division and fractions. They write equations and explain how each part of the equation corresponds to a situation.
- Representation
- MLR2
- Generalize (orally and in writing) that if $A$ and $B$ are whole numbers, then $A \div B = \frac{A}{B}$.
- Use a division equation to represent a whole-number division story problem with a solution that is a fraction.
- Let’s use equations to show the relationship between division and fractions.
Required Preparation
None
Teacher Reflection Questions
In tomorrow’s lessons, students will be writing situations to match division expressions. In what ways is division used by your students' families and communities? Be prepared to share a few division situations that will be familiar to students during tomorrow’s lesson.