Solving Length Word Problems with Bar Models

Solving Length Word Problems with Bar Models

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Mathematics

4th - 5th Grade

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The video tutorial teaches how to solve a length word problem using bar models. It begins with a problem about combining two sections of fabric, one 75 cm long and another 12 cm shorter. The lesson explains how to use bar models to visualize and solve the problem, highlighting common misunderstandings in word problems, such as relying on keywords. The tutorial guides viewers through building a bar model and calculating the total length of fabric, emphasizing the importance of understanding the problem rather than just focusing on keywords.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What common misunderstanding might occur when solving word problems?

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Why is it important to understand the problem rather than just relying on keywords?

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What is the total length of the fabric after combining both sections?

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