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2015 Canadian Math Kangaroo Contest Question Paper Grade 5 & 6
After reading the question you can see that they are asking for the figure that has exactly one half of their area shaded. If we look at A) we can see that in the circle ⅓ of its area is shaded so A can not be the answer If we look at B we can see that in the triangle...
The Five Senses
The Five Senses How can we learn about our natural world without using any tools? We can use our 5 senses to help us make observations about the world around us. The 5 senses are Sight, Hearing, Touch, Taste, and Smell. Sight: We use this sense to see our...
What is Science?
What is Science? Science is the process of learning about the natural world around us by observing and conducting experiments. Who studies it? People who study science are called “Scientists”. They use scientific practices and methods to gather information and then...
Weighted vs unweighted GPA
Weighted and Unweighted GPAs are methods of calculating a student's academic performance, but they account for different factors: Unweighted GPA: Based purely on a student's grades in classes. The scale typically goes from 0 to 4.0, where A = 4.0, B = 3.0, etc. Does...
AP vs Dual credit
AP (Advanced Placement) and Dual Credit are both programs that allow high school students to earn college credits, but they operate differently and offer distinct advantages: AP (Advanced Placement): Administered by the College Board, AP courses are college-level...
My kid is middle school . What can I do to prepare for college ?
Preparing for college - Middle school is an excellent time to lay the groundwork for success in high school and beyond. Here are some activities that can be beneficial for middle schoolers: Academic Excellence: Encourage strong study habits and a focus on maintaining...
Math kangaroo vs Math Olympaid
Math kangaroo vs Math Olympiad differences Math Kangaroo and MOEMS (Math Olympiads for Elementary and Middle Schools)* Math Kangaroo Mar 21 2004 Format: Multiple-choice questions. Difficulty: Ranges from relatively easy to moderately challenging. Topics: Covers basic...
Comparing Dual Credit, AP, and IB Programs: A Closer Look
Comparing Dual Credit, AP, and IB Programs: A Closer Look Dual Credit courses offer the opportunity to earn both high school and college credits simultaneously. Unlike AP and IB courses, Dual Credit courses don't typically weigh into your GPA as heavily, which means...
The TSIA (Texas Success Initiative Assessment)
The TSI Assessment (TSIA) is the result of the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) mandated by the Texas State Legislature. The assessment is designed to guide Texas public institutions of higher education in helping them determine whether students are ready for...
Foods to try in Florence
foods to try in Florence.... Italian cuisine consists of traditional meals and ingredients that people consume in Italy. Italian cuisine is a Mediterranean cuisine consisting of the ingredients, recipes, and cooking techniques developed across the Italian Peninsula....
