math word problems

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What is a math word problem?

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A math word problem is a mathematical question presented in the form of a story or real-life scenario that requires interpretation and problem-solving skills to find a solution.

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How do you identify the important information in a word problem?

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Look for numbers, keywords (like total, each, how many), and the question being asked to determine what information is necessary to solve the problem.

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What does it mean to solve for a variable?

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Solving for a variable means finding the value of that variable that makes an equation true.

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If a problem states 'each', what does it imply?

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The term 'each' implies that the quantity applies individually to every item or person mentioned in the problem.

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How do you calculate the total cost when given individual prices?

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Add together all the individual prices to find the total cost.

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What is division used for in word problems?

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Division is used to determine how many groups can be made or how many items are in each group when a total is shared equally.

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What is the formula for finding the total number of items collected by a group?

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Total items = Number of people × Items collected by each person.

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How do you determine how many weeks it will take to pay off a total amount?

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Divide the total amount by the amount paid each week to find the number of weeks needed.

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What does 'skipping steps' mean in a word problem?

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'Skipping steps' means that not every step is counted or taken, which can affect the total count.

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How do you find the remaining tasks after some have been completed?

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Subtract the number of completed tasks from the total number of tasks to find the remaining tasks.