Qualitative and Numerical Reasoning about Fractions and Rates by Seventh- and Eighth-Grade Students

Author(s):

Heller, Patricia M.; Post, Thomas R.; Behr, Merlyn; Lesh, Richard

Publication Year:

1990

Source:

Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, v21 n5 p388-402, Nov 1990

Document Type:

Article

Page Count:

15

Subject/Key Words:

Abstract Reasoning, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Junior High Schools, Learning Strategies, Mathematics Education, Middle Schools, Problem Solving, Ratios (Mathematics), Thinking Skills, Word problems (Mathematics)

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