Four-Step Problem Solving Strategy

Shay Jackson from Hype Educational Specialist guides students through solving a fourth-grade math problem from the 2011 STAR release test. The video introduces the 'four pains' strategy for problem-solving, which includes identifying what to look for, eliminating answers, choosing a strategy, and solving the problem. The tutorial walks through calculating the scores for Sarah's and Daniel's basketball teams by multiplying and adding points, and demonstrates how to eliminate incorrect answer choices.

What is the main focus of the video tutorial?

• A fourth grade math problem

• A language arts activity

• A science experiment

• A history lesson

What is the first step in the four-step strategy?

• Solve the problem

• Eliminate wrong answers

• Identify what you are looking for

• Choose a strategy

Which step involves choosing a method to solve the problem?

• Fourth step

• Third step

• Second step

• First step

What should you do if you can't eliminate any answers initially?

• Guess the answer

• Revisit elimination after solving

• Choose the first option

• Skip the question

What is the purpose of the four-step strategy?

• To confuse students

• To organize problem-solving

• To make guessing easier

• To skip difficult questions

What is the benefit of using the four-step strategy?

• It makes the problem harder

• It encourages guessing

• It saves time

• It helps in organizing thoughts

How many baskets worth two points did Sarah's team score?

• 8

• 3

• 10

• 11

What is the total score for Sarah's team?

• 22

• 25

• 26

• 28

How many baskets worth one point did Sarah's team score?

• 8

• 5

• 3

• 10

What is the correct calculation for Sarah's team's total points?

• 11 * 2 + 3 * 1

• 11 * 1 + 3 * 1

• 11 * 1 + 3 * 2

• 11 * 2 + 3 * 2