Solving Multi-Step Problems

The video tutorial covers solving multi-step problems using real-world examples. It begins with strategies for tackling such problems, including drawing pictures and breaking down steps. The first example involves centering a couch against a wall, requiring subtraction and division. The second example calculates a squirrel population increase using percentages. The final example deals with dividing business debt among partners, illustrating the use of negative numbers. Throughout, the emphasis is on logical thinking and step-by-step problem-solving.

What is the first step in solving multi-step problems according to the video?

• Memorize formulas

• Draw pictures

• Use a calculator

• Guess the answer

What is the purpose of drawing pictures in solving problems?

• To avoid using equations

• To make the problem look interesting

• To visualize and understand the problem

• To decorate the solution

In the couch example, what is the length of the wall?

• 4.8 meters

• 3.5 meters

• 5.0 meters

• 2.2 meters

What is the length of the couch in the example?

• 5.0 meters

• 3.0 meters

• 4.8 meters

• 2.2 meters

What is the first step in solving the couch problem?

• Subtract the lengths

• Calculate the total length

• Draw the wall and couch

• Divide the lengths

What is the length of the wall in the couch example?

• 4.8 meters

• 2.2 meters

• 5.0 meters

• 3.5 meters

What is the first step in solving the couch problem?

• Draw the wall and couch

• Divide the lengths

• Calculate the total length

• Subtract the lengths

What is the length of the wall in the couch example?

• 5.0 meters

• 3.5 meters

• 4.8 meters

• 2.2 meters

What is the first step in solving the couch problem?

• Divide the lengths

• Draw the wall and couch

• Subtract the lengths

• Calculate the total length

How do you find the total extra space when centering the couch?

• Add the lengths of the couch and wall

• Multiply the lengths of the couch and wall

• Subtract the length of the couch from the wall

• Divide the length of the wall by the couch