Solving Word Problems in Math

In this video tutorial, characters Hank, Ralph, and Jesse discuss a word problem involving steel beams. They start with eight beams, and after a delivery, the total is 19. Jesse helps solve the problem using addition and number families, determining that 11 beams were added. The solution is verified, and the characters conclude their task, emphasizing the importance of checking work.

What color were the swim trunks that Hank received?

• Blue

• Yellow

• Red

• Green

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How many steel beams were there initially before the last delivery?

• 12 beams

• 15 beams

• 10 beams

• 8 beams

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What total number of beams did they have after the last delivery?

• 19 beams

• 20 beams

• 17 beams

• 15 beams

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What mathematical operation is used to solve the problem of the total number of beams?

• Addition

• Division

• Multiplication

• Subtraction

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What is the missing number in the equation 8 + ? = 19?

• 11

• 12

• 10

• 9

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What does the number family triangle help with?

• Understanding geometry

• Learning fractions

• Visualizing number relationships

• Calculating area

What is the result of 19 - 8?

• 9

• 10

• 11

• 12

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How many beams did the crane deliver in the last drop?

• 11 beams

• 10 beams

• 9 beams

• 12 beams

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Does the equation 8 + 11 = 19 hold true?

• Yes

• No

• Not enough information

• Irrelevant

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What should you do after solving a word problem to ensure accuracy?

• Ignore it

• Check the solution

• Start over

• Guess again

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