Listing Factor Pairs to Solve Equal Grouping Word Problems

The video tutorial teaches how to solve word problems by listing factor pairs. It begins with an introduction to factor pairs using Elly's mints as an example. The concept of factors is explained with examples, followed by solving Jon's gum problem using factor pairs. Finally, Elly's mints problem is revisited to demonstrate the application of factor pairs in solving word problems.

What are the factors of 12?

• 1, 2, 4, 8, 16

• 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 12

• 1, 3, 5, 7, 12

• 2, 4, 6, 8, 10

How many different ways can Jon make treat bags with 16 pieces of gum?

• 3 ways

• 4 ways

• 5 ways

• 6 ways

Which of the following is a factor pair of 16?

• 3 and 5

• 4 and 4

• 2 and 9

• 6 and 3

How many different ways can Elly make treat bags with 20 mints?

• 4 ways

• 5 ways

• 6 ways

• 7 ways

Which of the following is NOT a factor pair of 20?

• 4 and 5

• 1 and 20

• 3 and 7

• 2 and 10