Division Word Problem Solving

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What is a division word problem?

  • A type of problem that doesn't exist in real life
  • A story problem that only engineers solve
  • A math problem that includes the division operator written in words (correct)
  • A problem that involves multiplication and addition

In the context of the text, how can visualization help in solving a word problem?

  • It only works for simple problems
  • It is not necessary for solving word problems
  • It makes the problem more confusing
  • It helps to understand the problem better (correct)

What is an algebraic expression?

  • A type of word problem
  • An expression derived from visualization
  • A mathematical expression written in numbers and symbols (correct)
  • A method to solve division word problems

Why is it important to fully understand a word problem before writing an algebraic expression?

<p>To ensure the correct variables are used in the expression (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do scientists and engineers use division word problems in their jobs?

<p>To solve practical problems related to their work (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the algebraic expression x / 10 = 3 represent in the context of dividing pizza slices?

<p>Dividing x pizza slices among 10 people (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the inverse operation of division when isolating a variable in an algebraic expression?

<p>Multiplication (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Sarah's problem with the blankets, what does the algebraic expression 12 / x = 2 represent?

<p>Dividing 12 blankets among x people (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the final result after isolating the variable x in the expression 12 = 2 * x from Sarah's blanket problem?

<p>$6 = x$ (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which inverse operation is needed to solve the algebraic expression (x / 10) * 10 = 30?

<p>Division by 10 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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