Solving Word Problems with Equations

Solving Word Problems with Equations

Assessment

Interactive Video

Mathematics

6th - 7th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Thomas White

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The video tutorial by Mr. Pi covers the concept of statements of equality and how to verify them. It introduces key vocabulary such as variables and equations, and provides exercises to practice these concepts. The tutorial includes problem-solving examples involving posters and light fixtures, as well as calculating the ages of sisters using algebra. The lesson emphasizes the importance of understanding expressions and equations, and concludes with a summary and final instructions for students.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a variable in mathematical terms?

A mathematical operation

A fixed number

A symbol representing a number

A type of equation

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following best describes an equation?

A statement of equality between two expressions

A statement with only numbers

A sentence with no variables

A mathematical operation

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the poster problem, what is the distance between the posters and the wall edges?

5 feet

4 feet

3 feet

2 feet

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do you convert 25 inches to feet?

Divide by 10

Divide by 12

Multiply by 12

Multiply by 10

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the solution for the distance between the wall scone lights in feet?

1 and 1/2 feet

2 and 1/6 feet

3 feet

2 feet

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the value of Y when the equation 3Y + 50 = 128 is solved?

24

25

26

27

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do you verify if a number is a solution to an equation?

By guessing

By substituting the number into the equation

By adding the number to both sides

By multiplying the number by the equation

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