Calculators in Elementary Schools Are Not Always Central to Mathematics

question 3

Multiple Choice

Calculators in elementary schools are not always central to mathematics instruction.All of the statements below are reasons that calculators will hinder students' learning their basic facts EXCEPT:

• A)Students should rely on mental mathematics.
• B)Students should rely of paper and pencil.
• C)Students should rely on problem solving strategies.
• D)Students should rely on using appropriate tools strategically.

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