Word Problems

Front

What is the operation used to find the total when combining quantities?

Back

Addition

Front

If a team is expected to win a certain percentage of games, how do you calculate the expected number of wins?

Back

Multiply the total number of games by the winning percentage.

Front

How do you determine the total distance descended when starting from a height above sea level?

Back

Subtract the final depth from the initial height.

Front

What is the formula to calculate the percentage of a part compared to a whole?

Back

(Part/Whole) x 100 = Percentage

Front

What inequality represents the relationship between hours worked and total earnings?

Back

Total earnings = Rate x Hours + Other income.

Front

What is the first step in solving a word problem involving addition?

Back

Identify the quantities to be added.

Front

How do you convert a fraction to a percentage?

Back

Divide the numerator by the denominator and multiply by 100.

Front

What is the significance of the term 'inequality' in mathematics?

Back

An inequality shows the relationship between two expressions that are not equal.

Front

How do you find the total number of items when given a ratio?

Back

Use the ratio to set up a proportion and solve for the total.

Front

What is the process for solving a multi-step word problem?

Back

Break the problem into smaller parts, solve each part, and combine the results.