5th Grade · Operations & Algebraic Thinking
Evaluate
5.OA.A.1
Definition
To find the value of an expression by carrying out its operations in order.
Teach it
Where it is taught, with guided notes, practice, homework, an exit ticket and an interactive Teacher Deck.
Examples
- Evaluate 4 x (6 − 2): first 6 − 2 = 4, then 4 × 4 = 16.
- Evaluate 20 ÷ (2 + 3): first 2 + 3 = 5, then 20 ÷ 5 = 4.
Key rule
Follow the order of operations, then write the final value.
Memory hook
Work it out, step by step, to one final value.