Grade 5 Math SOL Standards

Probability, Statistics, Patterns, Functions, and Algebra

Measurement and Geometry

Number, Number Sense, Computation, and Estimation

Patterns, Functions, and Algebra

Probability and Statistics

Measurement and Geometry

Computation and Estimation

Number and Number Sense

The student will estimate, represent, solve, and justify solutions to single-step and multistep contextual problems using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with whole numbers.

Estimate the sum, difference, product, and quotient of whole numbers in contextual problems.

Represent, solve, and justify solutions to single-step and multistep contextual problems by applying strategies (e.g., estimation, properties of addition and multiplication) and algorithms, including the standard algorithm, involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers, with and without remainders, in which:

sums, differences, and products do not exceed five digits;

factors do not exceed two digits by three digits;

divisors do not exceed two digits; or

dividends do not exceed four digits.

Interpret the quotient and remainder when solving a contextual problem.

The student will estimate, represent, solve, and justify solutions to single-step and multistep problems, including those in context, using addition and subtraction of fractions with like and unlike denominators (with and without models), and solve single-step contextual problems involving multiplication of a whole number and a proper fraction, with models.

Determine the least common multiple of two numbers to find the least common denominator for two fractions.

Estimate and determine the sum or difference of two fractions (proper or improper) and/or mixed numbers, having like and unlike denominators limited to 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, and 12 (e.g., 5 8 + 1 4 , 4 5 − 2 3 , 33 4 + 2 5 12 ), and simplify the resulting fraction.*

Estimate and solve single-step and multistep contextual problems involving addition and subtraction with fractions (proper or improper) and/or mixed numbers having like and unlike denominators, with and without models. Denominators should be limited to 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, and 12. Answers should be expressed in simplest form.

Solve single-step contextual problems involving multiplication of a whole number, limited to 12 or less, and a proper fraction (e.g., 9 × 2 3 , 8 × 3 4 ), with models. The denominator will be a factor of the whole number and answers should be expressed in simplest form.*

The student will estimate, represent, solve, and justify solutions to single-step and multistep problems, including those in context, using addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with decimal numbers.

Apply estimation strategies (e.g., rounding to the nearest whole number, tenth or hundredth; compatible numbers, place value) to determine a reasonable solution for single-step and multistep contextual problems involving addition, subtraction, and multiplication of decimals, and single-step contextual problems involving division of decimals.

Estimate and determine the product of two numbers using strategies and algorithms, including the standard algorithm, when given:

a two-digit factor and a one-digit factor (e.g., 2.3 × 4; 0.08 × 0.9; .16 × 5);*

a three-digit factor and a one-digit factor (e.g., 0.156 × 4, 3.28 × 7, 8.09 × 0.2);* and

a two-digit factor and a two-digit factor (e.g., 0.85 × 3.7, 14 × 1.6, 9.2 × 3.5).* (Products will not exceed the thousandths place, and leading zeroes will not be considered when counting digits.)

Estimate and determine the quotient of two numbers using strategies and algorithms, including the standard algorithm, in which:*

quotients do not exceed four digits with or without a decimal point;

quotients may include whole numbers, tenths, hundredths, or thousandths;

divisors are limited to a single digit whole number or a decimal expressed as tenths; and

no more than one additional zero will need to be annexed.

Solve single-step and multistep contextual problems involving addition, subtraction, and multiplication of decimals by applying strategies (e.g., estimation, modeling) and algorithms, including the standard algorithm.

Solve single-step contextual problems involving division with decimals by applying strategies (e.g., estimation, modeling) and algorithms, including the standard algorithm.

The student will simplify numerical expressions with whole numbers using the order of operations.

Use order of operations to simplify numerical expressions with whole numbers, limited to addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in which:*

expressions may contain no more than one set of parentheses;

simplification will be limited to five whole numbers and four operations in any combination of addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division;

whole numbers will be limited to two digits or less; and

expressions should not include braces, brackets, or fraction bars.

Given a whole number numerical expression involving more than one operation, describe which operation is completed first, which is second, and which is third.*

The student will reason mathematically to solve problems, including those in context, that involve length, mass, and liquid volume using metric units.

Determine the most appropriate unit of measure to use in a contextual problem that involves metric units:

length (millimeters, centimeters, meters, and kilometers);

mass (grams and kilograms); and

liquid volume (milliliters and liters).

Estimate and measure to solve contextual problems that involve metric units:

length (millimeters, centimeters, and meters);

mass (grams and kilograms); and

liquid volume (milliliters and liters).

Given the equivalent metric measure of one unit, in a contextual problem, determine the equivalent measurement within the metric system:

length (millimeters, centimeters, meters, and kilometers);

mass (grams and kilograms); and

liquid volume (milliliters and liters).

The student will use multiple representations to solve problems, including those in context, involving perimeter, area, and volume.

Investigate and develop a formula for determining the area of a right triangle.

Estimate and determine the area of a right triangle, with diagrams, when the base and the height are given in whole number units, in metric or U.S. Customary units, and record the solution with the appropriate unit of measure (e.g., 16 square inches).

Describe volume as a measure of capacity and give examples of volume as a measurement in contextual situations.

Investigate and develop a formula for determining the volume of rectangular prisms using concrete objects.

Solve problems, including those in context, to estimate and determine the volume of a rectangular prism using concrete objects, diagrams, and formulas when the length, width, and height are given in whole number units. Record the solution with the appropriate unit of measure (e.g., 12 cubic inches).

Identify whether the application of the concept of perimeter, area, or volume is appropriate for a given situation.

Solve contextual problems that involve perimeter, area, and volume in standard units of measure.

The student will classify and measure angles and triangles, and solve problems, including those in context.

Solve addition and subtraction contextual problems to determine unknown angle measures on a diagram.

Classify angles as right, acute, obtuse, or straight and justify reasoning.

Classify triangles as right, acute, or obtuse and equilateral, scalene, or isosceles and justify reasoning.

Identify congruent sides and right angles using geometric markings to denote properties of triangles.

Compare and contrast the properties of triangles.

Identify the appropriate tools (e.g., protractor, straightedge, angle ruler, available technology) to measure and draw angles.

Measure right, acute, obtuse, and straight angles, using appropriate tools, and identify measures in degrees.

Use models to prove that the sum of the interior angles of a triangle is 180 degrees and use the relationship to determine an unknown angle measure in a triangle.

The student will use reasoning and justification to identify and represent equivalency between fractions (with denominators that are thirds, eighths, and factors of 100) and decimals; and compare and order sets of fractions (proper, improper, and/or mixed numbers having denominators of 12 or less) and decimals (through thousandths).

Use concrete and pictorial models to represent fractions with denominators that are thirds, eighths, and factors of 100 in their equivalent decimal form.*

Use concrete and pictorial models to represent decimals in their equivalent fraction form (thirds, eighths, and factors of 100).*

Identify equivalent relationships between decimals and fractions with denominators that are thirds, eighths, and factors of 100 in their equivalent decimal form, with and without models.*

Compare (using symbols <, >, =) and order (least to greatest and greatest to least) a set of no more than four decimals and fractions (proper, improper) and/or mixed numbers using multiple strategies (e.g., benchmarks, place value, number lines). Justify solutions orally, in writing, or with a model.*

The student will demonstrate an understanding of prime and composite numbers, and determine the prime factorization of a whole number up to 100.

Given a whole number up to 100, create a concrete or pictorial representation to demonstrate whether the number is prime or composite, and justify reasoning.

Classify, compare, and contrast whole numbers up to 100 using the characteristics prime and composite.

Determine the prime factorization for a whole number up to 100.

The student will identify, describe, extend, and create increasing and decreasing patterns with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, including those in context, using various representations.

Identify, describe, extend, and create increasing and decreasing patterns using various representations (e.g., objects, pictures, numbers, number lines, input/output tables, function machines).

Analyze an increasing or decreasing single-operation numerical pattern found in lists, input/output tables, and function machines, and generalize the change to identify the rule, extend the pattern, or identify missing terms. (Patterns will be limited to addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers; addition and subtraction of fractions with like denominators of 12 or less; and addition and subtraction of decimals expressed in tenths or hundredths).

Solve contextual problems that involve identifying, describing, and extending increasing and decreasing patterns using single-operation input and output rules (limited to addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers; addition and subtraction of fractions with like denominators of 12 or less; and addition and subtraction of decimals expressed in tenths or hundredths).

The student will investigate and use variables in contextual problems.

Describe the concept of a variable (presented as a box, letter, or other symbol) as a representation of an unknown quantity.

Write an equation (with a single variable that represents an unknown quantity and one operation) from a contextual situation, using addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

Use an expression with a variable to represent a given verbal expression involving one operation (e.g., “5 more than a number” can be represented by y + 5).

Create and write a word problem to match a given equation with a single variable and one operation.

The student will apply the data cycle (formulate questions; collect or acquire data; organize and represent data; and analyze data and communicate results) with a focus on line plots (dot plots) and stem-and-leaf plots.

Formulate questions that require the collection or acquisition of data.

Determine the data needed to answer a formulated question and collect or acquire existing data (limited to 30 or fewer data points) using various methods (e.g., polls, observations, measurements, experiments).

Organize and represent a data set using a line plot (dot plot) with a title, labeled axes, and a key, with and without the use of technology tools. Lines plots (dot plots) may contain whole numbers, fractions, or decimals.

Organize and represent numerical data using a stem-and-leaf plot with a title and key, where the stems are listed in ascending order and the leaves are in ascending order, with or without commas between the leaves.

Analyze data represented in line plots (dot plots) and stem-and-leaf plots and communicate results orally and in writing:

describe the characteristics of the data represented in a line plot (dot plot) and stem-andleaf plot as a whole (e.g., the shape and spread of the data);

make inferences about data represented in line plots (dot plots) and stem-and-leaf plots (e.g., based on a line plot (dot plot) of the number of books students in a bus line have in their backpack, every student will have from two to four books in their backpack);

identify parts of the data that have special characteristics and explain the meaning of the greatest, the least, or the same (e.g., the stem-and-leaf plot shows that the same number of students scored in the 90s as scored in the 70s);

draw conclusions about the data and make predictions based on the data to answer questions; and

solve single-step and multistep addition and subtraction problems using data from line plots (dot plots) and stem-and-leaf plots.

The student will solve contextual problems using measures of center and the range.

Describe mean as fair share.

Describe and determine the mean of a set of data values representing data from a given context as a measure of center.

Describe and determine the median of a set of data values representing data from a given context as a measure of center.

Describe and determine the mode of a set of data values representing data from a given context as a measure of center.

Describe and determine the range of a set of data values representing data from a given context as a measure of spread.

The student will determine the probability of an outcome by constructing a model of a sample space and using the Fundamental (Basic) Counting Principle.

Determine the probability of an outcome by constructing a sample space (with a total of 24 or fewer equally likely possible outcomes), using a tree diagram, list, or chart to represent and determine all possible outcomes.

Determine the number of possible outcomes by using the Fundamental (Basic) Counting Principle.

Identify the location of 0.5 decimals between two whole numbers on a number line; round 0.5 decimals up to the nearest whole number.

Numbers to identify on a number line or to round to the nearest whole number could range by halves from 0.5 to 9.5.

Identify an equation that matches a verbal description involving the product of whole numbers and fractions including 1/2, 1/4, 1/3, and decimals ending in 0.5.

Equations using only whole numbers have solutions ranging from 0 through 60. Equations using whole numbers and fractions or decimals have whole number solutions ranging from 0 through 40.

Simplify expressions that use parentheses given a verbal or visual model.

Expressions could include addition and subtraction of whole numbers from 0 through 60 with parentheses.

Solve V = B x h volume problems when provided a model that includes the area measure of the base (B).

The calculated volume of the provided models could range from 1 to 30 cubic units.

Use addition to solve real world volume problems using unit cubic inches.

The sum of the measures of volume could range from 1 to 30 cubic inches.

Tell time and measure elapsed time in whole and half hour increments using a digital clock, including with context.

Times could be on the hour or half hour and elapsed time could range from +/- 1 to 3 hours within a.m. or p.m. Contexts will relate the time to an appropriate activity.

Identify the geometric shape of a given object (e.g., traffic sign).

Objects presented could include circles, triangles, squares, rectangles pentagons, hexagons, or octagons.

Use given data to interpret information from a line plot.

The line plots presented could range from having 3 to 10 data points.

Identify a missing number in a pattern when given an addition rule.

The patterns with a missing number could have a rule of +1, +2, +3, +4, +5, or +10 with numbers ranging from 1 through 60.

Identify expressions that match a verbal and/or graphic model.

Expressions presented could have one, two, or three terms.

Identify whole numbers 0 through 60 and decimals with 0.5 when given a verbal description.

Whole numbers to identify from a verbal description could range from 0 through 60. Decimals to identify could include 0.5, 1.5, 2.5, 3.5, 4.5, and 5.5.

Use place value to identify numbers that are multiples of 10, and understand the difference between ones and tens place.

Whole numbers presented as multiples of 10 could range from 0 through 60. Understanding place value could include identifying the digit in the ones or tens place or its value.

Determine whether a number from 1 through 40 is divisible by 2, 3, 5, or 10.

Numbers divisible by 2 could range from 2 through 10. Numbers divisible by 3 could range from 3 through 30, and numbers divisible by 5 or 10 could range from 5 or 10 through 40.

Identify even and odd numbers.

Representations of even and odd numbers could include simple pictures, diagrams, models, or other representations for whole numbers 1 through 10.

Use currency for problems up to $1.00.

Problems could include determining whether a set of the same or different coins is sufficient to purchase an item priced up to $1.00 or making change for $1.00.

Solve division problems using numbers through 20.

Representations could include simple pictures, diagrams, models, or other representations of whole numbers. Numbers to be divided will not exceed 20.

Solve word problems involving addition and subtraction of whole numbers from 0 through 30 and adding mixed numbers ending in 1/2 and 1/4.

Given a context, numbers from 0 through 30 could be added or subtracted; mixed numbers ending in 1/2 or 1/4 could be added.

Solve word problems involving addition and subtraction of whole numbers 0 through 30 and adding decimal numbers ending in 0.5.

Given a context, numbers from 0 to 30 could be added or subtracted including adding decimals ending in 0.5.