USA Problem Solving Format
The USA Problem-Solving Format gives students the tools they need to become confident and competent problem solvers. Learn more about how your child can successfully show how they Understand, Solve, and Answer any story problem. The pdf documents below will answer many of your questions.
Intro to USA Problem Solving (pdf format):
Read this guide for a detailed description of the USA format and the rationale that led to its creation.
The USA Guide to a Sixth Grade Math Test (pdf format):
Use this guide to review the first sixth grade math test with your child. This document illustrates how the USA format should be applied to multiple-choice and gridded response test items. A thorough explanation of my USA grading criteria is given for each item along with an actual worked out test.
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