Ant and Elephant

In this problem students are comparing a very small quantity with a very large quantity using the metric system. The metric system is especially convenient when comparing measurements using scientific notations since different units within the system are related by powers of ten.
Resource ID#: 42407 Type: Problem-Solving Task
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Subject(s): Mathematics
Grade Level(s): 8
Intended Audience: Educators educators, Parents
Instructional Time: 15 Minute(s)
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Instructional Component Type(s): Problem-Solving Task
Resource Collection: Illustrative Mathematics

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