Solving Fraction Word Problems

This video tutorial teaches how to solve word problems involving fractions by identifying key words and using them to draw pictures. It explains the concept of fractions, including numerators and denominators, and provides a four-step method to solve fraction word problems. An example problem involving marbles is used to illustrate the process.

What should you look for in a word problem to help solve it?

• The longest sentence

• The key words and units

• The first number mentioned

• The last word in the problem

In a fraction, what does the numerator represent?

• The number of equal parts being considered.

• The unit being measured.

• The whole number.

• The total number of parts.

What is the denominator in a fraction?

• The number of parts being considered.

• The total number of parts the whole is divided into.

• The unit being measured.

• The leftover parts.

What is the first step in solving a word problem involving fractions?

• Calculate the numerator.

• Draw a picture to match the problem.

• Identify the unit being counted.

• Find the total number of units.

What is the purpose of drawing a picture when solving fraction word problems?

• To visualize the parts and whole of the fraction.

• To make the problem more colorful.

• To compare different fractions.

• To check the accuracy of the numbers.

Which step involves finding the total number of the unit in a fraction word problem?

• Step four

• Step three

• Step two

• Step one

What is the final step in solving a fraction word problem?

• Find the total number of units.

• Calculate the numerator.

• Identify the unit being counted.

• Draw a picture to match the problem.

In the example problem, how many marbles does Damien have left after giving some away?

• Two marbles

• Three marbles

• One marble

• Five marbles

What fraction of marbles does Damien have left for himself?

• Three-fifths

• Four-fifths

• Two-fifths

• One-half

What is the main goal of the lesson on solving word problems involving fractions?

• To learn how to solve word problems by identifying key words and drawing pictures.

• To practice drawing shapes.

• To understand the history of fractions.

• To memorize fraction formulas.