Arithmetic Reasoning 3

Learning Objective

Total Time: 2 minutes

Students will learn how to solve arithmetic reasoning problems related to percentages, interest, ratios, proportions, and measurements as they pertain to the ASVAB.

Assessments

Total Time: 2 minutes

Student understanding will be measured through a short quiz featuring problems on percentages, interest, ratios, and proportions.

Key Points

Total Time: 3 minutes

  • Arithmetic Reasoning: The ability to apply basic mathematical concepts to solve real-world problems.

  • Percentage Problems: Calculating percentage increases, decreases, and the application in financial contexts.

  • Interest Calculations: Understanding simple and compound interest formulas.

  • Ratios and Proportions: Understanding how to set up ratio equations and solve for missing values.

  • Measurement Conversions: Utilizing conversions in practical application contexts.

Opening

Total Time: 5 minutes

  • Begin with a warm-up question: "If a store is having a 20% off sale on a $50 item, what is the sale price?".

  • Discuss the solution collaboratively to activate prior knowledge about percentages.

  • Conduct a brief brainstorming session: "Why do you think understanding these concepts is important?"