Matching Word Problems to Equations

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem that is presented in the form of a story or real-life scenario, requiring interpretation and translation into a mathematical equation.

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What does it mean to match a word problem to an equation?

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It means to identify the mathematical equation that represents the situation described in the word problem.

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What is the equation for finding the total amount of money made from selling items?

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The equation is: Total Money = (Number of Item 1 x Price of Item 1) + (Number of Item 2 x Price of Item 2).

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How do you solve for a variable in an equation?

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To solve for a variable, isolate the variable on one side of the equation using inverse operations.

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What is the value of a in the equation a = $100 - (5 x $17)?

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$15.

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What is the value of k in the equation k - $24 = $73?

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$97.

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What is the value of t in the equation t = (54 x 3) + (25 x 2)?

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212.

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Which equation can be used to find t, the total amount of money made from selling 54 hamburgers for $3 each and 25 hot dogs for $2 each?

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t = (54 x 3) + (25 x 2).

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What is the value of h in the equation 341 + 57 = h?

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398.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked.