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Many students in elementary grades struggle to grasp the perennially vexing concept of fractions. If those struggles persist into middle school, it can undermine their ability to master more complex ...

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Susan Gilkerson, a math teacher and school bus driver, stood before a South Dakota education board and issued a warning. The proposed math standards the board was considering — just 36 pages, less ...

Tristan is sharing an oatmeal cookie with his younger brother Grant. Grant’s weight is one-fifth of Tristan’s weight. Therefore, the cookie is divided proportionately—one-fifth is designated for Grant ...