Directly compare two objects by weight and capacity (K.MD.A.1, K.MD.A.2)
Exercise
Difficulty 2
~1 min
math.gK.s.ex_38
Balance Compare
Prompt
Place an apple on one side of the balance pan and a feather on the other. Which side tips down? Which is heavier?
How it's presented
mode
manipulative
Answer criteria
type
comparison
heavier
apple
Hints
- Watch the balance.
- Heavier side TIPS DOWN.
Misconceptions to watch
- Says feather (assumes bigger = heavier even when wrong)
- Doesn't wait for balance to settle
Used in lessons