Understanding Word Problems in Math

This video tutorial for 4th graders covers solving word problems with hidden questions. It introduces the concept of hidden questions in multi-step word problems and provides examples, such as the cheese slices and window washing problems. The tutorial outlines steps to identify and solve hidden questions, and provides instructions for related activities in the math packet.

What is the main focus of the lesson introduced in the video?

• Learning about fractions

• Understanding hidden questions in multi-step word problems

• Solving algebraic equations

• Exploring single-step word problems

In the cheese problem, what is the first step to solve the word problem?

• Calculate the total cost

• Identify the hidden questions

• Determine the type of cheese

• Find the number of packages

How many slices of white cheese did Mrs. Norton buy?

• 16

• 8

• 24

• 32

What is the total number of yellow cheese slices Mrs. Norton bought?

• 32

• 48

• 80

• 64

What is the final question in the cheese problem?

• How many packages of cheese were bought?

• What is the total cost of the cheese?

• How many more slices of yellow cheese than white cheese did she buy?

• How many types of cheese were bought?

In the window problem, what is the hidden question?

• What is the shape of the building?

• How many sides does the building have?

• How many windows are there in total?

• How many minutes does it take to wash each window?

How many windows are there on each side of the building?

• 18

• 30

• 12

• 24

What is the total number of windows on the building?

• 80

• 72

• 64

• 54

How many minutes will it take to wash all the windows?

• 180

• 240

• 300

• 216

What is the first step in solving word problems with hidden questions?

• Solve the hidden question

• Find the final question to solve

• Identify the type of problem

• Calculate the total