Develops an understanding of the mathematical concepts involving whole numbers, integers, fractions and rational numbers.
Differentiates the types of the problems involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division and develops ways of representations for each type of problem situations involving operations with numbers.
Engages in activities involving the number concepts such as natural numbers, number bases, integers, divisibility, LCM and GCD, rate and ratio concepts, rational and irrational numbers, rate and ratio, real numbers, exponents and radicals, sets.
Understands students’ alternative conceptions and possible difficulties related to learning number concepts.