Point X has been plotted on the number line below. Kelvin says that point X is located at -2 1/4. Maya believes point X is located at -1 3/4.
Who do you agree with: Kelvin or Maya? Why?
What mistake did the other person make?
Show your work: (you can draw, type, or insert a picture of your work).
Then write your answer in a complete sentence.
Sentence Starter:
I agree with _______ because....
The mistake the other person made was_________
Question 2
2.
Edward and Jacob go for a walk to get food for dinner.
● Edward leaves his house and walks 4 blocks south to Pick n Save to buy bread. He then travels 8 blocks north to get drinks from Target. Then, he returns home.
● Jacob also goes for a walk, but he decides to take a different route. He walks 6 blocks west to the Pick N' Save for cheese and then returns home.
Who walked farther: Edward or Jacob? Explain and use a number line to model your answer.
Show your work: (you can draw, type, or insert a picture of your work).
Then, select the correct multiple choice answer below:
Jacob walked further because he walked 18 blocks and Edward walked 14 blocks
Jacob walked further because he walked 14 blocks and Edward walked 10 blocks
Edward walked further because he walked 16 blocks and Jacob walked 12 blocks
Edward walked further because he walked 20 blocks and Jacob walked 18 blocks
