Word Problems 5th grade

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What is the formula to calculate the change in temperature?

Back

Change in temperature = Final temperature - Initial temperature.

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If Matthew sold 78 candy bars and Brooke sold 6 times as many, how do you calculate the number of candy bars Brooke sold?

Back

Multiply the number of candy bars Matthew sold by 6: 78 * 6 = 468.

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How do you divide a total number of items evenly among a group?

Back

Total items ÷ Number of people = Items per person.

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What is the result of dividing 70 pine cones into 10 bowls?

Back

70 ÷ 10 = 7 pine cones per bowl.

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How do you find the total number of items in multiple packs?

Back

Number of items per pack × Number of packs = Total items.

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What is the total number of jelly beans each girl gets if 32 jelly beans are shared among 4 girls?

Back

32 ÷ 4 = 8 jelly beans per girl.

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What is the concept of multiplication in the context of repeated addition?

Back

Multiplication is a shortcut for adding the same number multiple times.

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How do you express a word problem mathematically?

Back

Identify the quantities involved and the operations needed to solve the problem.

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What is the importance of understanding units in word problems?

Back

Units help clarify what is being measured and ensure accurate calculations.

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How can you check your answer after solving a word problem?

Back

Revisit the problem, verify calculations, and ensure the answer makes sense in context.