The Following Statements Represent the "Thinking" Behind the Creation of the Common

question 14

Multiple Choice

The following statements represent the "thinking" behind the creation of the Common Core Standards for School Mathematics.Which statement is also true of the NCTM Principle and Standards for School Mathematics?

• A)Represent the largest shift in mathematics content in the U.S in over 100 years.
• B)A focused set of Mathematics content standards and practices.
• C)Provide a coherent curriculum framework for content across the school year and grades.
• D)Comprised of learning progressions that can inform instruction.

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