Solving Word Problems with Tape Diagrams

Tucker introduces a word problem involving two fields of pumpkins. He explains how to use a tape diagram to solve the problem by setting up an equation. The solution involves subtracting the known number of pumpkins from the total to find the unknown quantity. Tucker demonstrates the subtraction process and concludes with the solution.

What is the primary tool Tucker plans to use to solve the word problem?

• A bar graph

• A pie chart

• A tape diagram

• A calculator

How many fields does Farmer Gary have?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

How many pumpkins did Farmer Gary harvest in total?

• 132

• 320

• 452

• 500

How many pumpkins were collected from the Northfield?

• 132

• 320

• 500

• 452

What is the unknown variable in the tape diagram?

• a

• x

• c

• b

What equation does Tucker set up to solve the problem?

• a - 132 = 452

• 132 - a = 452

• 132 + b = 452

• 132 + a = 452

What operation does Tucker use to solve for the unknown variable?

• Division

• Multiplication

• Addition

• Subtraction

What is the result of 452 minus 132?

• 340

• 330

• 322

• 320

How many pumpkins came from the Southfield?

• 452

• 320

• 132

• 500

What is the first step in solving the equation 132 + a = 452?

• Divide both sides by 132

• Multiply both sides by 132

• Subtract 132 from both sides

• Add 132 to both sides