Multiplication Word Problems with Two or More Variables
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What should Sam figure out before he can start building the living room?

  • The width of the living room (correct)
  • The area of the living room
  • The number of people living in the home
  • The length of the living room
  • What is the main reason for writing equations when solving multiplication word problems with multiple variables?

  • To make it easier to solve the problem mentally
  • To make the problem look more complex
  • To help organize the information and variables given in the problem (correct)
  • To confuse the person solving the problem
  • In the given scenario, what are the two unknown values related to the living room?

  • Perimeter and length
  • Area and perimeter
  • Length and width (correct)
  • Area and width
  • Why is it important to carefully read and understand word problems before attempting to solve them?

    <p>To visualize the scenario in your head</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about math problems that involve more than one unknown value?

    <p>They require careful organization of information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the first problem mentioned, what does the equation l = 2w represent?

    <p>The length of the living room is twice the width</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method was recommended in solving the equations with two unknown values?

    <p>Substitution method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the second example about Johnny's fish tank, what does the equation w = 2h represent?

    <p>The width of the fish tank is twice the height</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do you need to create for each unknown value in a problem with multiple equations?

    <p>Two equations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When solving the equation (2w)w = 450 for 'w', what is an incorrect step?

    <p>$w = 30$</p> Signup and view all the answers

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