Which Statement About Knowledge of Numerical Magnitudes Is NOT True

question 73

Multiple Choice

Which statement about knowledge of numerical magnitudes is NOT true?

• A) Older children can represent the magnitudes of larger numbers more easily than can younger children.
• B) Understanding of numerical magnitudes likely helps children rule out implausible answers.
• C) Direct instruction in the accuracy of numerical magnitude representations has little effect on arithmetic proficiency.
• D) Overall mathematical knowledge is related to children's knowledge of numerical magnitudes.

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