5.3I · Multiply Whole Number × Fraction

Grade 5 Mathematics TEKS

Overview

Represent and solve multiplication of a whole number and a fraction referring to the same whole using objects and pictorial models (area models).

Code

5.3I

Grade

Subject

Mathematics

TEKS 5.3I bridges prior learning and next steps in Mathematics, keeping Multiply Whole Number × Fraction coherent across the year.

With 5.3I, Grade 5 students practice Multiply Whole Number × Fraction in multiple representations and contexts.

FAQ

How can I introduce Multiply Whole Number × Fraction to students?

Start with concrete or familiar examples, connect to prior knowledge, model a clear process, and provide checks for understanding aligned to 5.3I.

What does standard 5.3I mean in Mathematics?

Standard 5.3I describes the essential skills and understandings for Multiply Whole Number × Fraction in Grade 5. It clarifies the learning outcomes and what successful work looks like.

How do I assess understanding of Multiply Whole Number × Fraction?

Use short exit tickets and tasks where students explain decisions, show multiple representations, or justify answers—directly aligned to 5.3I.

What are common pitfalls when teaching Multiply Whole Number × Fraction?

Students may rely on procedures without reasoning or mix key terms. Build in quick oral explanations, error analysis, and vocabulary supports tied to 5.3I.