Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System

2018, Grade 4 Mathematics

Question 7: Constructed-Response

Reporting Category: Number and Operations in Base Ten
Standard: Mathematics.4.NBT.A.02 - Read and write multi-digit whole numbers using base-ten numerals, number names, and expanded form. Compare two multi-digit numbers based on meanings of the digits in each place, using >, =, and < symbols to record the results of comparisons. [Note: Grade 4 expectations in this domain are limited to whole numbers less than or equal to 1,000,000.]
Item Description: Write numbers in expanded notation and standard form, determine a number that meets given criteria, and write a number sentence using <, >, or = to compare numbers.

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Scoring Guide and Sample Student Work

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Score	Description
4	The student response demonstrates an exemplary understanding of the Number and Operations in Base Ten concepts involved in reading and writing multi-digit whole numbers using base-ten numerals, number names, and expanded form, and using the appropriate symbols to compare multi-digit numbers. The student correctly writes numbers in expanded notation and standard form, determines a number that meets given criteria, and writes a number sentence using <, >, or = to compare numbers.
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3	The student response demonstrates a good understanding of the Number and Operations in Base Ten concepts involved in reading and writing multi-digit whole numbers using base-ten numerals, number names, and expanded form, and using the appropriate symbols to compare multi-digit numbers. Although there is significant evidence that the student was able to recognize and apply the concepts involved, some aspect of the response is flawed. As a result, the response merits 3 points.
2	The student response demonstrates a fair understanding of the Number and Operations in Base Ten concepts involved in reading and writing multi-digit whole numbers using base-ten numerals, number names, and expanded form, and using the appropriate symbols to compare multi-digit numbers. While some aspects of the task are completed correctly, others are not. The mixed evidence provided by the student merits 2 points.
1	The student response demonstrates a minimal understanding of the Number and Operations in Base Ten concepts involved in reading and writing multi-digit whole numbers using base-ten numerals, number names, and expanded form, and using the appropriate symbols to compare multi-digit numbers.
0	The student response contains insufficient evidence of an understanding of the Number and Operations in Base Ten concepts involved in reading and writing multi-digit whole numbers using base-ten numerals, number names, and expanded form, and using the appropriate symbols to compare multi-digit numbers to merit any points.

Note: There are 2 sample student responses for Score Point 4.

Grade 4 Mathematics

Question 7: Number and Operations in Base Ten

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Last Updated: April 21, 2022