Decimal Word Problems for 5th Graders

Jay Jackson from Hype Math presents a tutorial on solving decimal word problems for fifth graders. The video covers three main problems: calculating the total distance Manuel walks to school, determining the remaining length of Tony's ribbon after cutting, and finding the total rainfall over a week. Each problem is solved step-by-step, emphasizing the importance of eliminating incorrect answers to improve accuracy. The video concludes with information on additional resources and upcoming online test prep sessions.

How far has Manuel walked so far?

• 0.23 miles

• 1.02 miles

• 0.14 miles

• 0.05 miles

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What is the total distance from Manuel's home to his school?

• 1.02 miles

• 0.23 miles

• 0.12 miles

• 0.05 miles

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What is the first step in solving Manuel's problem?

• Subtract the distances

• Divide the distances

• Add the distances

• Multiply the distances

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How much ribbon does Tony have left after cutting?

• 2.405 meters

• 2.785 meters

• 3.095 meters

• 2.715 meters

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What is the first step in solving Tony's ribbon problem?

• Divide the lengths

• Multiply the lengths

• Subtract the lengths

• Add the lengths

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Which answer choices can be eliminated in Tony's problem?

• 2.715 meters and 2.405 meters

• 3.095 meters and 2.785 meters

• 2.715 meters and 2.785 meters

• 3.095 meters and 2.405 meters

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What was the total rainfall in Greenleaf for the week?

• 2.18 inches

• 2.08 inches

• 2.28 inches

• 2.26 inches

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Which days did it rain in Greenleaf?

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

• Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday

• Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

• Monday, Thursday, Friday

What is the first step in solving the Greenleaf rainfall problem?

• Divide the rainfall values

• Add the rainfall values

• Multiply the rainfall values

• Subtract the rainfall values

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Where can you find more 5th grade math test prep videos?

• On the Hype Math YouTube channel

• On the Hype Math Facebook page

• On the Hype Math Instagram

• On the Hype Math Twitter

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