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Mathematics knowledge and ability

	Is related to the Piagetian concept of conservation
	Is studied by looking at mathematical development specifically
	Both A and B

Which statement is FALSE about number sense

Number sense is developed in elementary school through instruction and drill and practice Number sense leads to greater facility with math information and the ability to solve arithmetic computations Number sense is developed before kindergarten through informal interactions with family members

Dyscalculia refers to

The ability to understand algebra problems The inability to perform mathematical calculations The ability to perform mathematical calculations

According to the literature, should math tests be timed?

No, because students with only mathematical problems make fewer mistakes and get the same number correct as students without disabilities Yes, because only when students have automaticity, can a teacher be sure that the material has been mastered Yes, because teachers have always had timed tests in math

Formal diagnostic tests are

tests that may be commercially developed that include examples of different kinds of problems Standardized tests that allow the teacher to determine in which areas of mathematics is having difficulties An analysis of student's mistaken answers

Informal inventories are

An analysis of student's mistaken answers Standardized tests that allow the teacher to determine in which areas of mathematics is having difficulties Tests that may be commercially developed that include examples of different kinds of problems

Error analysis is accomplished using

Standardized tests that allow the teacher to determine in which areas of mathematics is having difficulties tests that may be commercially developed that include examples of different kinds of problems An analysis of student's mistaken answers

Which is NOT an effective form of math instruction

It relies on computers and technologyIt is individualized It is teacher directed

A developmental program

Is designed to foster growth and improvement of math skills Is limited to elementary grades Is used for teaching beginners fundamental math concepts

A basal program

Is used for teaching beginners fundamental math concepts Is designed to foster growth and improvement of math skills Is limited to elementary grades

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