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?

To ensure the correct variables are used in the expression Signup and view all the answers

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

To solve practical problems related to their work Signup and view all the answers

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

Dividing x pizza slices among 10 people Signup and view all the answers

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

Multiplication Signup and view all the answers

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

Dividing 12 blankets among x people 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?

$6 = x$ Signup and view all the answers

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

Division by 10 Signup and view all the answers

Division Word Problem Solving

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What is a division word problem?

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

What is an algebraic expression?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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