Solving Algebra Word Problems

This video tutorial explains how to solve wordy algebra questions by forming equations and using variables. It starts with simple examples and progresses to more complex problems involving ages. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of reducing variables and provides strategies for matching wordy questions to equations. Viewers are encouraged to practice solving problems independently.

What is a useful method to solve wordy algebra problems?

• Guessing the answer

• Using algebra to form equations

• Drawing a picture

• Using a calculator

How can you represent an unknown number in an equation?

• By using a symbol like X or Y

• By using a shape

• By using a number

• By using a color

What should you do after matching wordy questions to equations?

• Rewrite the questions

• Ignore the equations

• Draw the equations

• Solve the equations

Why can't we solve an equation with too many variables?

• It becomes too complex

• It becomes too easy

• It becomes too colorful

• It becomes too boring

How can you express Charlie's age if he is twice as old as Cam?

• C = 2K

• C = 2 + K

• C = K

• C = K/2

What is the next step after substituting new expressions into the original equation?

• Add more variables

• Start a new problem

• Solve for the remaining variable

• Erase the equation

Once you find Cam's age, what can you do next?

• Start a new equation

• Forget about the other ages

• Use it to find the other ages

• Change Cam's age