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• Eliminate any incorrect choices. <br /> • Check to make sure that you are marking the correct number on your answer document. <br /> Answering Open Response Questions for Mathematics <br /> • Take a deep breath before you read the open response question. <br /> • Read the question to get the main idea. <br /> • Reread the question and ask yourself, "What is it that I must answer?" <br /> • Look for the five"W's"who,what,where,why,when and how to determine how to answer the <br /> question. <br /> • Make sure that you underline the question and answer all parts of the question. Keep reading the <br /> question as you are solving the problem <br /> • Look for specific vocabulary words that tell you what you are supposed to do,such as:compute; <br /> answer;find the sum;difference; product;area;perimeter;create a chart,table,tally chart or <br /> graph;estimate;round;represent;list;mark;show... <br /> • Restate the question carefully. <br /> • Make sure that your response shows your work to back up your answer. <br /> • Mare sure that your answer does not contain unrelated details. <br /> • Proofread your answer and make any necessary corrections,such as;spelling,capitalization, and <br /> punctuation. <br /> • Be sure to label each part of your answer. <br /> • Be sure to use formulas correctly. <br /> • Clear your mind and follow the tips given and your will be able to answer the question. <br /> Mathematics Problem Directions Vocabulary <br /> Answer—the solution to a problem. <br /> Compute—to find an answer by using mathematic;to calculate. <br /> Draw—1.)to figure out by using your power of reason.2.)to make a picture with a pen or pencil. <br /> Explain/Tell—to make something clear so that it is easier to understand. <br /> Label—1.)a word or phrase that describes something;a number or word that acts as a unique identifier. <br /> 2.)to attach a label to something as identification. <br /> List/Make a list—a series of items, names, numbers,etc.,often written in a particular order. <br /> Mark—to show something clearly(Mark an X next to the correct answer). <br /> Show—to explain or demonstrate to someone. <br /> Use the chart, ruler or information,graph,etc.—the ability to use the chart, ruler information or graph, <br /> etc. supplied. <br /> Page 10 of 30 <br />