Solving Word Problems with Algebra

Mr. Wooley guides middle school students through solving equations using real-world examples. The video covers solving equations with tape diagrams, calculating dimensions of a rectangle, and using fractions to determine participant numbers. Students are encouraged to apply these methods to homework problems, ensuring they understand the process and can find solutions independently.

What is the total amount collected by the three firefighters?

• $200.00

• $150.00

• $100.00

• $125.95

If Julia collected $18.65, how much did Keller collect?

• $50.00

• $46.15

• $61.15

• $42.50

What is the width of the rectangular pet pen if the length is 6 and 1/3 feet longer than the width?

• 4 and 1/3 feet

• 5 feet

• 6 feet

• 7 feet

How long is the length of the pet pen?

• 10 and 2/3 feet

• 10 feet

• 12 feet

• 11 feet

How many students went on the field trip if 54 students rode the large bus?

• 54

• 60

• 74

• 81

What is the perimeter of a rectangle if the length is three times the width and the perimeter is 30 inches?

• 60 inches

• 50 inches

• 40 inches

• 30 inches

If John Sawyer's phone bill was $48.10, how many extra minutes did he use over 700?

• 10 minutes

• 18 minutes

• 20 minutes

• 22 minutes

What are the two consecutive even numbers whose sum is 54?

• 22 and 24

• 28 and 30

• 24 and 26

• 26 and 28

If Justin has $750 more than Eva, and Emma has $12 less than Justin, how much does Emma have if their total is $63?

• $30

• $15

• $25

• $20

How many t-shirts does Trevor have if Marissa has 6 fewer than him and together they have 26?

• 12

• 10

• 20

• 16