NOTE: This test specification encompasses all strands of standard 5.3.4.

Macro statement:
Integrate mathematics as a tool for problem solving in science and as a means of expressing scientific theories.

Knowledge statement:
In order to demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between science and mathematics, students must integrate mathematics within the context of the content area. Students will employ standards 5.5, 5.6, 5.7, 5.8, 5.9, 5.10 to demonstrate their understanding of mathematical applications.

Skill statements for strands:

• Use a variety of measuring instruments. For example: metric rulers, thermometers, graduated cylinders, balance, clock.
• Emphasize using the appropriate units of measurement.
• Recognize and comprehend large and small physical quantities.
• Judge whether estimates, measurements, and computations are reasonable.
• Make quantitative observations by comparing to a conventional or non-conventional standard. For example: grams or pennies may be used for weight, centimeters or paper clips may be used for length, milliliters or paper cups may be used for volume.
• Analyze data by determining patterns or relationships in the data; data may be represented in the form of tables, graphs, diagrams, and concept maps.
• Read tables and graphs to represent and interpret data.