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Using SMART Blocks

SMART Blocks is an add-on that enables you to perform math activities with your class by writing numbers on the page, and then connecting them to a SMART Block. You can choose from seven different equation types to work with. You can learn how to use SMART Blocks through the pop-up guide.

ClosedTo access SMART Blocks

ClosedTo access the SMART Blocks pop-up guide

  1. Press Add-onsAdd-ons icon, and then select SMART Blocks.

  2. Press Learn More.

SMART Block activities

The following SMART Block activities are available:

SMART Block

Function

Addition SMART Block icon

Addition blocks accept up to two inputs. The output is the sum of the inputs.

Subtraction SMART Block icon

Subtraction blocks accept up to two inputs. The output is the difference of the inputs.

Multiplication SMART Block icon

Multiplication blocks accept up to two inputs. The output is the product of the inputs.

Dvision SMART Block icon

Division blocks accept up to two inputs. The output is the quotient of the inputs.

Power SMART Block icon

Power blocks accept up to two inputs. The output is the first input to the power of the second input.

Square root SMART Block icon

Square root blocks accept one input. The output is the square root of the input.

Unknown SMART Block icon

Unknown blocks accept two inputs. The output is a random operation applied to the inputs.

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Last updated February 2, 2015.

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