Math Definitions - Letter V
Chapters
Visual Estimation
Definition of Visual Estimation
Visual estimation is the process of using your eyes and mind to come up with a value that is close enough to the correct answer, without actually counting or otherwise measuring an object.
This process can be used to estimate many things including quantities, lengths, heights, areas, angles and volumes.
For example, if you enter a jelly bean guessing competition, you can either just pull a random number out of the air or use visual estimation to get a closer answer. For example, Jasmin's visual estimate that there are 120 jellybeans in this jar is a lot more accurate than Al's guess that there are 1,300! There are actually 125 jellybeans in this jar.
Description
The aim of this dictionary is to provide definitions to common mathematical terms. Students learn a new math skill every week at school, sometimes just before they start a new skill, if they want to look at what a specific term means, this is where this dictionary will become handy and a go-to guide for a student.
Audience
Year 1 to Year 12 students
Learning Objectives
Learn common math terms starting with letter V
Author: Subject Coach
Added on: 7th Dec 2017
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