MATH Word Problems

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What is a line of symmetry?

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A line of symmetry is a line that divides a shape into two identical parts that are mirror images of each other.

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If a bouquet has 92 daisies and there are 75 bouquets, how do you find the total number of daisies?

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Multiply the number of daisies in one bouquet by the number of bouquets: 92 x 75 = 6,900.

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What is the goal of the 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade classes at Valley Ranch Elementary School?

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To collect 9,000 Box Tops to raise money for the school.

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How do you calculate how many more Box Tops are needed to meet a goal?

Back

Subtract the total collected from the goal: 9,000 - (1,016 + 3,945 + 2,789) = 1,250.

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If Emily bakes 24 loaves of bread and places them into 4 bags, how do you find out how many loaves are in each bag?

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Divide the total number of loaves by the number of bags: 24 ÷ 4 = 6.

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What is multiplication?

Back

Multiplication is a mathematical operation where a number is added to itself a certain number of times.

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What is division?

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Division is a mathematical operation where a number is split into equal parts.

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What does it mean to solve a word problem?

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To solve a word problem means to read the problem carefully, identify the mathematical operations needed, and find the answer.

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What is the importance of understanding the context in a word problem?

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Understanding the context helps to identify what is being asked and what information is relevant to solve the problem.

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What is an example of a real-life situation that can be modeled with a word problem?

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Buying groceries, where you need to calculate the total cost based on the price of items.