Draining a Pool: Word Problem Solving

What is the total volume of the pool that needs to be drained?

• 1,040 gallons

• 5,200 gallons

• 20 gallons

• 10,400 gallons

Which of the following is NOT a step in solving word problems?

• Setting up an equation

• Assigning a variable

• Reading the problem

• Ignoring the question

What is the purpose of assigning a variable in a word problem?

• To confuse the solver

• To represent the unknown

• To make the problem longer

• To avoid calculations

How is the rate of the pump expressed in the problem?

• 20 gallons per minute

• 10 gallons per minute

• 20 gallons per hour

• 10 gallons per hour

What mathematical concept is used to solve the pool draining problem?

• Multiplication

• Proportion

• Subtraction

• Addition

How many minutes does it take to drain the pool?

• 520 minutes

• 130 minutes

• 1040 minutes

• 260 minutes

What is the first step in converting minutes to hours?

• Multiply by 60

• Divide by 60

• Subtract 60

• Add 60

How many hours does it take to drain the pool?

• 8.66 hours

• 12 hours

• 10 hours

• 6 hours

Why is it important to practice word problems?

• To impress others

• To memorize answers

• To recognize patterns

• To avoid mistakes

What is the key to improving at solving word problems?

• Watching videos

• Practicing regularly

• Listening to music

• Reading more books