Math Problem-Solving Strategies

Miss Easley takes viewers on a road trip to South Padre Island, Texas, using the journey to teach math concepts. She demonstrates how to calculate total miles driven using a strip diagram and addition. Then, she explains how to determine the cost of gas fill-ups by using subtraction. The video encourages viewers to pause and solve problems independently, reinforcing problem-solving skills.

How many miles is it from the hot dog stand to South Padre Island?

• 200 miles

• 541 miles

• 163 miles

• 378 miles

What is the total distance driven to South Padre Island?

• 378 miles

• 163 miles

• 541 miles

• 200 miles

What is the total distance to the hot dog stand?

• 200 miles

• 541 miles

• 163 miles

• 378 miles

What tool does Miss Easley use to help solve the distance problem?

• Line graph

• Bar graph

• Strip diagram

• Pie chart

What is the first step in using a strip diagram according to Miss Easley?

• Draw a square

• Draw a circle

• Draw a rectangle

• Draw a triangle

What is the purpose of using a strip diagram in the video?

• To measure distances

• To draw shapes

• To solve math problems

• To create art

What is the first step in solving the distance problem?

• Identify the total

• Write an equation

• Draw a circle

• Identify the parts

What is the main teaching tool used in the video?

• Pie chart

• Line graph

• Strip diagram

• Bar graph

What should you do with the numbers 378 and 163 to find the total distance?

• Divide them

• Multiply them

• Subtract them

• Add them

What is the sum of 378 and 163?

• 541

• 500

• 400

• 600