Word problems!

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What is a word problem in mathematics?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem that is presented in the form of a narrative or story, requiring the reader to extract relevant information and formulate a mathematical equation to find a solution.

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How do you convert quarters to dollars?

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To convert quarters to dollars, divide the number of quarters by 4, since there are 4 quarters in a dollar.

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If 5 students split 65 flash cards equally, how do you find the number of cards each student receives?

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To find the number of cards each student receives, divide the total number of flash cards (65) by the number of students (5).

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What is the formula to find the total number of items when given the number of groups and items per group?

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The formula is: Total items = Number of groups × Items per group.

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How do you set up an equation for a problem involving ratios?

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Identify the relationship between the quantities, express it as a ratio, and set up an equation based on that relationship.

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What does the equation 3f = 63 represent in a word problem?

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The equation represents that Todd caught three times as many fish as he did last year, where 'f' is the number of fish caught last year.

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How can you find the total score of two people if one scores more than the other?

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Let the score of the person with fewer points be 'x'. Then, express the other person's score in terms of 'x' and set up an equation based on their total score.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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The first step is to read the problem carefully and identify the key information and what is being asked.

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How do you check if your answer to a word problem is correct?

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Substitute your answer back into the original problem to see if it satisfies all conditions stated in the problem.

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What is the importance of understanding units in word problems?

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Understanding units is crucial because it helps ensure that calculations are performed correctly and that the final answer is in the appropriate format.