STANDARD 5.3 (Mathematical Operations) — All students will integrate mathematics as a tool for problem-solving in science, and as a means of expressing and/or modeling scientific theories.

DESCRIPTIVE STATEMENT:  Science cannot be practiced or learned without appreciation of the role of mathematics in discovering and expressing natural laws. This standard recognizes the need for students to fully integrate mathematics skills with their learning of science.

CUMULATIVE PROGRESS INDICATORS:  Building upon knowledge and skills gained in the preceding grades, by the end of Grade 12, students will...

1. Numerical Operations
   1. Reinforce indicators from previous grade level.
2. Geometry and Measurement
   1. When performing mathematical operations with measured quantities, express answers to reflect the degree of precision and accuracy of the input data.
3. Patterns and Algebra
   1. Apply mathematical models that describe physical phenomena to predict real world events.
4. Data Analysis and Probability
   1. Construct and interpret graphs of data to represent inverse and non-linear relationships, and statistical distributions.