Randy and Stacy used models to find 0.3 of 0.5. Both Randy’s and Stacy’s models are shown below. Whose model makes sense? Whose model is nonsense? Explain your reasoning below each model. Then record the correct answer.
Randy’s Model
Stacy’s Model
0.3 x 0.5 =
• For the answer that is nonsense, describe the error the student made.