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Descartes' Cove Math Software
Module Descriptions and Sample Problems:

Measurement: The Rafting Journey is appropriate for students who are in grades six through eight. Students estimate and use measurement to solve problems, manipulate formulas, and make conversions within and between measurement systems.

I-1 and solution

Hypatia's Inlet-7 and solution

Number & Operations: The Sailing Ship is appropriate for students in grades six through eight. Students develop and apply number theory concepts (e.g., primes, factors, divisibility, multiples) in real-world and problem solving situations, and extend their understanding of how the basic arithmetic operations are related to one another.

II-1 and solution

III-13 and solution

Data Analysis & Probability: The Mining Cave Expedition is appropriate for students in grades six through eight. Students organize, describe, and analyze data in an investigative environment and interpret tables, charts, and graphs. They make predictions that are based on probability models and practice the the basic concepts of probability. Students develop an appreciation for the use of probability in the real world.

I-7 and solution

Hypatia's Inlet-1 and solution

Algebra: The Underground River Adventure is most appropriate for students who are currently studying Algebra I or for students who have already completed Algebra I. This module also functions as an excellent review of algebraic concepts. Special attention is devoted to using algebra as a tool for problem solving.

I-2 and solution

III-5 and solution

Geometry: The Secret Castle is most appropriate for students who are currently enrolled in geometry or who have a good understanding of basic geometry. Students apply geometric properties and relationships to solve problems, explore transformations of figures, and solve problems using geometric models. This module also functions as an excellent review of the fundamentals of geometry.

I-19 and solution

I-4 and solution

Reasoning & Proof: The Volcano Adventure is appropriate for middle or early high school students who have a good understanding of the principle concepts in algebra and geometry. Students apply inductive and deductive reasoning processes. Special attention is given to spatial reasoning and reasoning involving proportions and graphs. Students gain an appreciation of the power of reasoning as a part of mathematics.

I-4 and solution

III-17 and solution

Descartes' Cove

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