Division Word Problems with Two or More Variables

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What method is suggested to solve the equations in the text?

  • Elimination method
  • Graphing method
  • Substitution method (correct)
  • Matrix method

In the example with Larry's marbles, what is the value of x if x / 3 = 2?

  • 8
  • 4
  • 6 (correct)
  • 10

What does r represent in the problem of Larry's marbles?

  • Number of green marbles
  • Total number of marbles
  • Number of red marbles (correct)
  • Number of blue marbles

How many blue marbles does Larry have according to the information provided?

<p>4 (C)</p>
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What is the key step involved in finding the number of blue marbles?

<p>Substituting r = 16 into the second equation (C)</p>
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What is the main focus of division word problems with two or more variables?

<p>Identifying unknown values in word problems involving division and multiple variables (D)</p>
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What is a key reason for learning to solve division word problems with multiple variables?

<p>To be able to handle real-life situations involving multiple variables (C)</p>
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In the given problem with Sally and two numbers, how many equations must be written based on the number of variables?

<p>Two equations are required (D)</p>
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What does the equation 'y = x / 3' represent in the context of the problem about Sally's numbers?

<p>The second number is equal to x divided by 3 (B)</p>
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Why is it important to carefully read through a word problem before writing equations?

<p>To ensure writing the correct number of equations based on the variables present (D)</p>
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