Percent Increase and Decrease Quiz
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Sweetheart Sale | Valentine’s Day Percent Discount & Sales Tax Math Task
Make percent problems meaningful with this Valentine’s Day-themed performance task that brings real-world shopping into the classroom. Students must calculate percentage discounts, apply sales tax, make strategic decisions with coupons, and determine whether they stayed within a $50 budget — all while practicing key skills in a seasonal, engaging context. Skills Assessed: Calculating percent discounts and applying them strategically Solving multi-step percent problems with sales tax Rounding a
5th - 7th
Applied Math, Financial Literacy, Fractions
CCSS
6.RP.A.3c
Unit Test on Arithmetic and Geometric Sequences
The topic of Sequences is taught in many different math classes. In my own experience, I have taught this topic in Algebra 2, Common Core 3, Advanced Functions and Modeling, and IB Math Studies. This 20 question, multiple-choice test assesses students on the following concepts:
Arithmetic Sequences
Geometric Sequences
Rate of Increase/Decrease
Recursive Formulas
You could use this resource as a Unit Test, a Practice Test, or you could pull problems for daily warm-ups. An answer key is include
8th - 11th
Algebra 2, Applied Math
Pet Store Purchases | Real-World Percent Discount & Sales Tax Budgeting Task
Give your students a meaningful math experience with this real-world percent discount and budgeting activity centered around shopping for shelter pets. Students calculate sale prices using coupons, determine whether they qualify for discounts, add tax based on their state, and figure out how much change they’d receive from a $100 bill. The task wraps up with an optional creative writing extension that connects math to empathy. Skills Assessed: Calculating percent discounts and sale prices Deter
5th - 7th
Applied Math, Decimals, Financial Literacy
CCSS
6.RP.A.3c
Unit Rate Quiz | Proportional Reasoning Assessment
Put Unit Rate Understanding to the Test with Real-World Scenarios Use this standards-aligned quiz to check student understanding of unit rates and proportional relationships. Students will analyze word problems, compare rates, and show reasoning using visuals or equations. Skills Assessed: - Identifying and calculating unit rates - Solving real-world word problems - Explaining proportional reasoning with justification Why Teachers Love It: ✔️ Includes real-life contexts for deeper engagement ✔
5th - 7th
Applied Math, Arithmetic, Money Math
CCSS
6.RP.A.2
, 6.RP.A.3
Portions and Precision | Dividing Fractions & Ratios in a Real-World Task
Put students in the role of head chef as they tackle real-world math in this engaging performance task about serving sizes, ratios, and division of fractions. Students must apply their knowledge to scale recipes, compare serving amounts, and explain their reasoning — all while managing a busy catering event and chocolate bar tasting. Perfect for connecting classroom concepts to careers and culinary creativity. Skills Assessed: Dividing fractions and mixed numbers to calculate servings Using mul
5th - 7th
Applied Math, Financial Literacy, Fractions
CCSS
6.NS.A.1
, 6.RP.A.3
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