5.1 Practice - Word Problems

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What is division?

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Division is the process of determining how many times one number is contained within another. It is one of the four basic operations in arithmetic.

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What is the division set-up for -16 ÷ -2?

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The division set-up is a way to express the division operation, which in this case is -16 divided by -2.

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What is the result of -16 ÷ -2?

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The result is 8.

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What does a negative result in division indicate?

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A negative result indicates that the numbers being divided have different signs.

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What is the result of -3600 dollars?

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-3600 dollars indicates a debt or loss of 3600 dollars.

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How do you interpret a negative number of gallons?

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A negative number of gallons can indicate a deficit or a loss of that amount.

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What is the result of -14 gallons?

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-14 gallons indicates a deficit of 14 gallons.

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What does it mean to solve a word problem?

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To solve a word problem means to translate the words into a mathematical equation and find the solution.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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The first step is to read the problem carefully and identify the key information and what is being asked.

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What is the importance of units in word problems?

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Units are important because they provide context to the numbers and help ensure the solution is meaningful.