Mathematics·Multiplication & Division·procedural
Brackets in Expressions
Use parentheses, brackets, or braces in numerical expressions and evaluate expressions containing these grouping symbols
Suggested ages 10–11
Learning journey
Your child is advancing to sophisticated multiplication and division — using formal written methods for complex calculations, working with decimals, and applying the order of operations to solve multi-step problems.
Evidence of understanding
- Evaluate 3 × (4 + 5) by computing inside the parentheses first
- Evaluate {2 × [3 + (7 − 1)]} with nested grouping symbols
- Insert parentheses into an expression to make it equal a target value
Assessment prompt
Can Brackets in Expressions look at '3 × (4 + 5)' and work out the brackets first — getting '3 × 9 = 27' — rather than just multiplying left to right?
Standards alignment
5.OA.1US · ccss-math
Evaluate Numerical Expressions
Common Core State Standards for Mathematics · 5