Using Visualizations to Solve Word Problems with Equal Groups

This lesson teaches how to solve word problems using the concept of equal groups. It explains how to identify the number of groups, the number in each group, and the total number of items. Through examples involving books, gumballs, and pencils, the lesson demonstrates how to set up and solve these problems using multiplication and division.

What is meant by 'equal groups' in the context of solving word problems?

• Groups with different sizes

• Groups with no items

• Groups with the same size or amount

• Groups with random items

Which of the following is NOT one of the three key questions to ask when solving equal groups problems?

• How many items are in each group?

• How many groups are there?

• What is the total number of items?

• What is the color of the items?

In the example with Robert's books, how many books are in each box?

• 4

• 8

• 12

• 16

How many books did Robert donate in total?

• 16

• 40

• 32

• 24

In the gumball problem, how many gumballs are in each bag?

• 9

• 8

• 7

• 6

How many pencil cases does Delia have if she places 3 pencils in each?

• 9

• 7

• 8

• 6

What is the total number of gumballs Justin has?

• 88

• 64

• 72

• 80