Solving One-Step Equation Word Problems

What is the first step in solving a one-step equation word problem?

• Solve the equation

• Set up the equation

• State the solution

• Define the variable

In the tomato plant problem, what does the variable 'h' represent?

• The number of inches the plant grew

• The height of the plant at the beginning of summer

• The height of the plant at the end of summer

• The total growth of the plant

How do you solve the equation h + 9 = 23?

• Divide both sides by 9

• Multiply both sides by 9

• Subtract 9 from both sides

• Add 9 to both sides

In the soda problem, what equation can be used to find the cost of one soda?

• 3 + s = 4.95

• 3s = 4.95

• s - 3 = 4.95

• s / 3 = 4.95

What is the cost of one soda if three sodas cost $4.95?

• $1.65

• $1.80

• $1.75

• $1.50

How long will it take for 8 inches of snow to fall at a rate of 2.5 inches per hour?

• 3 hours

• 2.5 hours

• 3.2 hours

• 4 hours

What was the shark's starting point if it descended 32.6 feet to reach -82.25 feet?

• -49.65 feet

• -50 feet

• -51 feet

• -48.65 feet

If Daniel bought movie tickets for six friends for a total of $67.50, what is the cost of one ticket?

• $11.25

• $11.00

• $10.25

• $12.00

Kristen and Miles split the cost of a meal, each paying $23.78. What was the total cost of the meal?

• $48.56

• $45.56

• $46.56

• $47.56

What does the keyword 'split' indicate in the context of the meal cost problem?

• They added the cost

• They divided the cost

• They multiplied the cost

• They subtracted the cost