Volume 8 Math Stars Worksheet Page 13

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MathStars Home Hints
Set aside a special time each day to study. This
8. Jim and Janie are solving problems in
should be a time to do homework, to review, or
math class using the strategies they have been
to do extra reading. Be organized and have a
studying. The current problem they are working
special place in which to work.This place needs
on is finding the sum of the first 100 positive even
to have a good light and to be a place where
numbers. While Jim is looking for his calculator,
you can concentrate. Some people like to study
Janie notices that there are 50 pairs of sums and
with quiet music; others like to sit at the kitchen
uses mental math to find the solution. What did
table. You need to find what works for you!
Janie multiply by 50 to find the sum?
Remember that when you are reviewing or
working on solving problems it may help to
study in a group.
7. Michael made five baskets and scored
12 points in a recent game. If baskets are worth
9. How many ways can the boxes below be
one, two, or three points, how many different
filled with digits, 1 - 9, to make true statements?
ways could Michael score 12 points?
6
=
4
Setting Personal Goals
If your goal is to become a more responsible
student, it means that you
• actively participate in class.
• complete your assignments.
• have everything you need in class.
• ask for help when you do not understand.
• be willing to investigate new ideas.

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