Solving Math Word Problems

some words problems can and should be done in students' heads. However, in order for them to fully understand what they are doing, and why, these are the steps to take for full math problem solving comprehension.

1.  Read the problem at least twice for full comprehension.

2.  Highlight or underline the important information.

3.  What is being asked of you? What do you want to know?  (That is the question at the end of the word problem)

4.  What operation needs to be performed? Look for key words. (sum, difference, total, etc...)

5.  What steps do you need to take in order to solve the problem? List them.

6.  Solve the problem

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