How to solve word problems

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kondor19780726 [428]3 years ago

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First: Read the problem entirely.
Second: List information and variables you identify. add units of measure to tje variables.
Third: Define what the answer you are solving for is as well as the units of measurement applied.
Fourth: Work a neatly
Fifth: Look for the key words that let you know what exactly you are doing(-,+,/,*)

Lapatulllka [165]3 years ago

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Read the problem entirely.
Get a feel for the whole problem.
List information and the variables you identify.
Attach units of measure to the variables (gallons, miles, inches, etc.)
Define what answer you need, as well as its units of measure.
Work in an organized manner. ...Look for the "key" words (above)

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