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Nevada Math Standards - 8th Grade
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Numbers, Number Sense, and Computation
1.8.1 Read, write, add, subtract, multiply, and divide real numbers in various forms including radicals, exponential, and scientific notation. (Scientific Notation 2 , Exponent Basics , Exponents Of Fractional Bases , Negative Exponents Of Fractional Bases , Scientific Notation , Multiplying and Dividing Exponent Expressions , Exponent Rules For Fractions , Estimating Square Roots , Perfect Squares , Simplifying Radical Expressions , Adding and Subtracting Radical Expressions , Multiplying and Dividing Radical Expressions )1.8.2 Compute with rational and irrational numbers to solve a variety of problems including rates, recipes, unit cost, and percents (e.g., discounts, interest, sale price, commissions, taxes). (Unit Cost , Purchases At Stores , Restaurant Bills , Commissions , Mixture Word Problems , Work Word Problems , Batting Averages )
1.8.3 Explain and apply concepts of number theory and properties of real numbers to solve problems. (Many topics align to this standard, Integer Word Problems )
1.8.7 Estimate in problem-solving situations and in practical applications; determine the reasonableness of the answer and verify the results.
1.8.9 Explain the relationship between fractions, decimals, and percents and translate among various representations of equal numbers (e.g., from fractions to decimals to percents, various forms of "1" such as 3/3 or 16/16) to solve problems efficiently. (Fractions to Decimals , Decimals To Fractions , Compare Mixed Values , Positive Number Line , Repeating Decimals , Percentages , Percentage Pictures )
Patterns, Functions, and Algebra
2.8.1 Use inductive reasoning to find the missing term in number and geometric patterns and to generalize basic patterns to the nth term, with and without calculators; use written, oral, and symbolic language to identify and describe patterns, sequences, and functions. (Function Tables , Function Tables 2 )2.8.2 Identify, model, describe, and evaluate relationships including functions using diagrams and equations, with and without technology.
2.8.3 Evaluate formulas and algebraic expressions for given values of a variable (e.g., A = lw given l = 6, w = 2, then A = 12). (Single Variable Equations , Single Variable Equations 2 , Single Variable Equations 3 , Variable Substitution , Simple Interest , Compound Interest , Continuous Compound Interest , Variable Substitution 2 )
2.8.4 Add and subtract binomials describing the connection between the algebraic process and the arithmetic process. (Simplifying Algebraic Expressions )
2.8.5 Describe how a change in one variable of a mathematical relationship affects the remaining variables using various tools and methods. (Area And Volume Proportions , Independent and Dependent Variables )
2.8.6 Model, identify, and solve linear equations and inequalities, using formal and informal methods, and relate this process to the order of operations. (Graphs to Linear Equations , Graphs to Linear Equations 2 , Graphs to Linear Inequalities , Applied Linear Equations 1 , Single Variable Inequalities , Absolute Value Equations )
2.8.7 Solve simple linear equations and connect that process to the order of operations. (Single Variable Equations 3 )
Measurement
3.8.1 Compare and convert units of measure for length, weight / mass, and volume within the same measurement system (customary and metric); estimate conversions between like units of the two systems to solve problems. (Distance Conversion , Volume Conversion , Weight Conversion , Area and Volume Conversions )3.8.2 Demonstrate an understanding of precision, error and tolerance in measurement using the appropriate measurement tool to the required degree of accuracy.
3.8.3 Estimate, measure to the required degree of accuracy, derive, and apply formulas to find perimeter, circumference and area of plane figures and volume and surface area of solid figures; identify the relationship between changes in area and volume and changes in linear measures of figures. (Triangle Area , Parallelogram Area , Perimeter , Rectangular Solids , Compare Rectangle Area and Perimeter , Circle Area , Circle Circumference , Triangular Prisms , Cylinders , Area And Volume Proportions , Trapezoids )
3.8.5 Apply ratios and proportions to calculate rates and as a method of indirect measure (e.g., miles per hour, cost per unit).
Spacial Relationships and Geometry
4.8.1 Identify, classify, compare, and draw regular and irregular polygons such as triangles, quadrilaterals, pentagons, hexagons, and octagons; find the sum of the interior angles of polygons. (Polygon Names , Polygon Angles )4.8.2 Apply the properties of equality and proportionality to solve problems involving congruent or similar shapes (e.g., create scale drawings, perspective drawings). (Proportions 2 )
4.8.3 Use coordinate geometry and models to change scale (enlarge and reduce); demonstrate other geometric transformations by finding the ordered pairs and describe the location of the original and the transformed figures. (Translations and Reflections )
4.8.4 Make a model of a three-dimensional figure from a two-dimensional drawing and make a two-dimensional drawing of a three-dimensional object.
4.8.5 Use coordinate geometry to represent and interpret relationships defined by equations and formulas (including distance, midpoint, and slope) with and without technology.
4.8.6 Form generalizations and validate conclusions about properties of geometric shapes including parallel lines, perpendicular lines, bisectors, triangles, and quadrilaterals.
4.8.7 Verify and explain the Pythagorean Theorem with various methods (e.g., using grid paper, applying it to a missing side of a right triangle); determine missing sides and angles of triangles based on properties of their sides and angles including the Triangle Sum Theorem. (Pythagorean Theorem )
4.8.8 Use hand tools, technology, and models to construct figures and bisect angles and line segments; distinguish among constructions, sketches and drawings.
Data Analysis
5.8.1 Organize, display, read, and analyze data with and without technology using a variety of displays including circle graphs, frequency distributions, and box and whisker plots.5.8.2 Find the theoretical probability (the mathematical expectations) of an event using different counting methods (e.g., tree diagrams, sample space, organized lists) and compare those results with actual (experimental) results, differentiating between the probability of an event and the odds of an event. (Probability , Probability 2 , Object Picking Probability )
5.8.3 Find the number of combinations possible in given situations using a variety of counting methods.
5.8.5 Evaluate arguments that are based on data analysis for accuracy and validity; analyze the effect a change of scale or a change of format will have on statistical charts and graphs.
5.8.6 Formulate accurate inferences and projections based on interpolations (filling in) and extrapolations (extending) of data to solve problems.
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