Estimating and Solving Word Problems

The video tutorial teaches students how to use estimation to solve word problems. It begins with an introduction to estimation and its importance in word problems, followed by identifying keywords for addition and subtraction. The tutorial outlines steps for solving word problems using estimation, including reading the problem, identifying numbers, rounding, and writing a number sentence. An example problem is provided to demonstrate the process, and students are encouraged to practice with a similar problem. The video concludes with a reminder to focus on estimation rather than exact answers.

What is the main purpose of rounding numbers in word problems?

• To make numbers larger

• To confuse the reader

• To simplify calculations

• To find the exact answer

Which keyword indicates addition in a word problem?

• Left

• Total

• Difference

• How many more

What should you do first when solving a word problem?

• Write a number sentence

• Guess the answer

• Round the numbers

• Read the problem

Why is it important to locate the correct numbers in a word problem?

• To ensure you use all numbers

• To avoid using extra numbers

• To add more numbers

• To make the problem harder

What is the next step after rounding the numbers in a word problem?

• Ignore the problem

• Write a number sentence

• Add more numbers

• Find the exact answer

In the example problem, what is the best estimate for the total number of candies?

• 80

• 90

• 60

• 70

What does the number 37 round to in the example problem?

• 45

• 40

• 35

• 30

What does the number 32 round to in the example problem?

• 30

• 35

• 40

• 45

What is the purpose of writing a number sentence in estimation?

• To confuse the reader

• To estimate the sum or difference

• To find the exact answer

• To make the problem longer

What should you remember when subtracting in estimation?

• Add instead of subtract

• Ignore the numbers

• The bigger number goes first

• The smaller number goes first