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1. T or F: The text states that the prevalent view of mathematics is mainly focused on computation with numbers.
2. All of the following are topics that should be covered in a mathematics classroom, except:
A. algebra
B. geometry
C. measurement
D. geography
E. probability
3. The text answers a question, “What is mathematics?” Which of the following is NOT a part of that description?
A. a language
B. a tool
C. a set of numbers
D. a study of patterns and relationships
E. a way of thinking
4. The text mentions three general factors (needs) that should be considered when thinking about the mathematics curriculum. These three include the following:
A. subject, child, society
B. subject, child, teacher
C. parent, child, teacher
D. child, society, school
E. parent, teacher, society
5. Which of the following is NOT one of the resources mentioned in the text to which teachers may turn to obtain information about mathematics teaching?
A. parents
B. cultural and international resources
C. textbooks
D. professional organizations
E. electronic materials
6. Do you agree or disagree with the following statement: Calculators should not be used because then students will not know how to compute. Explain your answer.
7. In your own words, explain what is meant by each of the following five views of mathematics:
Mathematics is a study of patterns and relationships -
Mathematics is a way of thinking -
Mathematics is an art -
Mathematics is a language -
Mathematics is a tool -