Strip Diagrams and Equations

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What is a strip diagram?

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A strip diagram is a visual representation used to show the relationship between numbers in a problem, often used in math to help solve word problems.

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How do you represent addition in a strip diagram?

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In a strip diagram, addition is represented by combining two or more strips to show the total.

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How do you represent subtraction in a strip diagram?

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In a strip diagram, subtraction is represented by taking away a strip from a total strip.

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What does the equation 400 - 206 = D represent?

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This equation shows that if you start with 400 and take away 206, you will find the value of D.

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What does the equation 40 + 25 + 20 = Q represent?

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This equation shows that if you add 40, 25, and 20 together, you will find the value of Q.

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How can you find the total number of items using equations?

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You can find the total number of items by adding the quantities together in an equation.

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What is the purpose of using equations with strip diagrams?

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Equations with strip diagrams help to clearly show the relationships between different quantities and solve problems.

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What does the equation x = 400 + 400 + 125 represent in a word problem?

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This equation represents the total number of refrigerators and stoves made by a factory in one day.

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What is the meaning of the variable P in the equation 86 - 26 = P?

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In this equation, P represents the result of subtracting 26 from 86.

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What type of problem does the equation 80 + 80 + 250 = Total M&Ms represent?

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This equation represents a word problem about finding the total number of M&Ms Mrs. Moore has.