6.6 Problem Solving: Look for a Pattern

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What is a bar diagram?

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A bar diagram is a visual representation of data using bars of different lengths to show quantities.

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What are factors?

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Factors are numbers that can be multiplied together to get another number.

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What is a product in mathematics?

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The product is the result of multiplying two or more numbers together.

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What does partition mean in mathematics?

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Partition means to divide something into parts or groups.

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If Jocelyn has 40 stuffed animals and keeps 10 for herself, how many does she have left to share?

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30 stuffed animals.

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If Jocelyn divides 30 stuffed animals among 5 friends, how many does each friend get?

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6 stuffed animals.

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How much did Dylan pay for one yogurt if he bought 5 yogurts for 200₵?

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40₵ per yogurt.

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What is the first step in solving a problem by looking for a pattern?

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Identify the information given and what is being asked.

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Why is it important to look for patterns in problem solving?

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Looking for patterns helps to find solutions more easily and recognize relationships between numbers.

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What is an example of a simple pattern?

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1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (adding 1 each time).