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CheckAnswer

The CheckAnswer system is used in Grades 2 - 6. It allows a child to verify answers to mathematical problems without being given the answers to each problem. The process involves adding together the answers of two or more problems, and comparing the result with the CheckAnswer. The CheckAnswer is located in a box above each set of problems. The student should show their work in arriving at the CheckAnswer total.

EXAMPLE:  

Working the CHECKANSWER above:

• Take the sum of the addition problem in column (A), the remainder from the subtraction problem in column (B), and the product of the multiplication problem in column (C). Add them together.
  
• The sum of these numbers, (D) should equal the number in the box. If they do not, then the student knows to check each of the four problems.

Note:

• It is important to correct the thought process while working on a particular concept. Watch for students who copy the answer to match the CheckAnswer and don't do the computation.
  
• Addition is always used in order to keep the checking process simple.
  
• The Homework section of a lesson at the beginning of the year will explain the CheckAnswer ^{to students and parents.} This is intended to encourage parent participation and assistance with homework.