Solving Real World One Step Equations

The video tutorial introduces solving real-world one-step equations using the BEST method, which involves boxing key information, eliminating unnecessary details, strategizing, solving, and restating the solution. Two example problems are solved: one involving ages and another involving seating arrangements at a party. The tutorial emphasizes understanding variables and forming algebraic expressions to find solutions.

What does the 'B' in the BEST method stand for?

• Break down the problem

• Brainstorm solutions

• Begin solving

• Box key words and numbers

What does the 'E' in the BEST method stand for?

• Ensure accuracy

• Eliminate unnecessary information

• Estimate the answer

• Engage with the problem

What is the first step in the BEST method?

• Total and restate

• Strategize and solve

• Eliminate unnecessary information

• Box key words and numbers

Why is it okay to use any letter as a variable in equations?

• Because the choice of letter does not affect the equation's solution

• Because the letter represents a specific number

• To make the equation easier to solve

• To avoid confusion

Which variable is used to represent Jason's age?

• A

• J

• X

• N

How old is Jason?

• 16 years old

• 4 years old

• 12 years old

• 8 years old

Why was the information about Charlotte eliminated from the problem?

• It was incorrect

• It was redundant

• It was confusing

• It was not needed to solve the problem

How many people will sit at each table at Riley's party?

• 16 people

• 14 people

• 12 people

• 10 people

What variable represents the number of people at each table in Riley's party problem?

• X

• R

• P

• T

What equation is used to solve Riley's party problem?

• P = 5 + 60

• 5P = 60

• 60P = 5

• 5R = 60