Construct a Sum: A Measure of Children's Understanding of Fraction Size.

Behr, Merlyn J.; And Others

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Publication Date: 1985

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Construct a Sum: A Measure of Children's Understanding of Fraction Size.

Behr, Merlyn J.; And Others

Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, v16 n2 p120-31 Mar 1985

The development of a quantitative concept of rational numbers was explored in interviews with 16 fourth and fifth graders in two cities. High performers used a flexible and spontaneous application of concepts of rational number order and fraction equivalence, and a reference point, while low achievers tended not to. (MNS)

Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Educational Research, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Fractions, Mathematics Instruction, Number Concepts, Rational Numbers

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Language: English

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