Scoring Criteria - For Students

Regional Team Problem Bridge Strength Problem

The student will use mathematics to define and solve the problem

To meet this standard, the student will:

__________ Construct a solution

• use applicable mathematical concepts and procedures
• construct an elegant, efficient, and valid solution

__________ Formulate questions and define the problem as related to conjecture or recommendation for the bridge construction

The student will use mathematical reasoning

To meet this standard, the student will:

__________ Predict results and make inferences

• make insightful conjectures and inferences

__________ Draw conclusions and verify results

• give comprehensive support for results
• systematically and successfully evaluate effectiveness of procedures and results

The student will communicate knowledge and understanding in both everyday and mathematical language

To meet this standard, the student will:

__________ Organize and interpret information

• demonstrate interpretations and understanding in a clear, systematic and organized manner

__________ Represent and share information

• represent mathematical information and ideas in an effective format
• use correct mathematical vocabulary effectively