CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.OA.A.2 : Fifth Grade Math Worksheets

About 5.OA.A.2

Write simple expressions that record calculations with numbers, and interpret numerical expressions without evaluating them. For example, express the calculation "add 8 and 7, then multiply by 2" as 2 × (8 + 7). Recognize that 3 × (18932 + 921) is three times as large as 18932 + 921, without having to calculate the indicated sum or product.

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5.OA.A      5.OA.A.2

Distinguish between numerical and algebraic expressions. Define and use variables in algebraic expressions.

Core Standard: 5.OA.A.2



Convert a problem statement to an addition or subtraction expression. Solve for an unknown variable.

Core Standard: 5.OA.A.2



Evaluate expressions. Solve problems based on data tables using numerical and algebraic expressions.

Core Standard: 5.OA.A.2



Write and evaluate numeric and algebraic expressions having multiplication and division. Learn about the order of operations.

Core Standard: 5.OA.A.2



Define a variable for the unknown and use it to build an expression. Use multiplication, division, and order of operations to build and solve equations.

Core Standard: 5.OA.A.2



Evaluate algebraic expressions using the given value of the variable by using substitution. Solve problems using order of operations.

Core Standard: 5.OA.A.2


Worksheet: Fifth Grade

Write Expressions - I


Learn how to define a variable for an unknown number or quantity and practice using it in an expression. This is a core skill that you need to develop going forward in math.

Core Standard: 5.OA.A.2


Worksheet: Fifth Grade

Write Expressions - II


Write algebraic expressions using numbers and fractions. Try out whether an expression accurately shows the problem statement.

Core Standard: 5.OA.A.2



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