One Step Word Problems

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What is a one-step word problem?

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A one-step word problem is a mathematical problem that can be solved in a single operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you identify the operation needed in a word problem?

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Read the problem carefully to determine what is being asked. Look for keywords that indicate the operation, such as 'more' for addition or 'fewer' for subtraction.

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What does the variable 'r' represent in the equation r - 5 = 30?

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In this equation, 'r' represents the total number of resorts before 5 closed.

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How do you set up an equation from a word problem?

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Identify the unknown quantity, assign a variable to it, and translate the words of the problem into a mathematical equation.

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What is the solution to the equation r - 5 = 30?

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To solve for r, add 5 to both sides: r = 30 + 5, so r = 35.

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What does the variable 'g' represent in the equation g - 4 = 16?

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In this equation, 'g' represents the number of girls in Mr. Horan's class.

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How do you solve the equation g - 4 = 16?

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To solve for g, add 4 to both sides: g = 16 + 4, so g = 20.

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What does the variable 'f' represent in the equation f + 8 = 56?

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In this equation, 'f' represents the number of files in the cabinet this morning.

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How do you solve the equation f + 8 = 56?

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To solve for f, subtract 8 from both sides: f = 56 - 8, so f = 48.

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What does the equation 4g = 16 represent?

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This equation represents that there are 4 times as many giraffes this year as there were last year.