How to Solve Multiplication and Division Word Problems (Story Problems)

The video tutorial introduces three strategies to solve multiplication and division word problems by treating them as story problems. The first strategy involves drawing pictures to visualize the problem, the second strategy suggests acting out the problem to understand it better, and the third strategy uses the CUBES method to identify key elements in the problem. These strategies aim to make students more comfortable with solving word problems.

What are the three different math strategies mentioned to solve multiplication and division problems?

How can drawing a picture help in solving a word problem?

In the example of buying ice cream cones, how did the teacher determine whether to multiply or divide?

Explain how the teacher used the example of cookies to illustrate division.

What does the 'C' in the 'CUBES' strategy stand for, and how is it applied?

What are some keywords that indicate when to multiply in a word problem?

How does the teacher suggest checking if the answer to a word problem makes sense?