Learning Exemplar Module 6 - Math Grade 5 - Simplifying a Series of Operations using PMDAS/GMDAS

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Published on 2025 January 30th

Description
This learning resource focuses on simplifying series of operations on whole numbers, utilizing the PMDAS (Parentheses, Multiplication, Division, Addition, Subtraction) or GMDAS (Grouping Symbols, Multiplication, Division, Addition, Subtraction) rule. It includes examples to explain how to perform operations in the correct order with parentheses, brackets, exponents, multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction. This reinforces a systematic approach to solving complex numerical expressions. It also integrates financial literacy themes like responsible spending and saving.
Objective
1. Students will be able to apply the PMDAS or GMDAS rule to simplify mathematical expressions.
2. Students will be able to evaluate expressions involving parentheses, brackets, and exponents.
3. Students will be able to solve real-world problems by simplifying mathematical expressions.
4. Students will be able to understand the order of operations and its importance in solving problems.

Curriculum Information

K to 12
Grade 5
Mathematics
Numbers and Number Sense
Educators, Learners
Simplifies a series of operations on whole numbers involving more than two operations using the pmdas or gmdas rule Simplifies a series of operations on whole numbers involving more than two operations using the pmdas or gmdas rule.

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Department of Education- Central Office
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