What are the different strategies used to solve a word problem?
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Here's a word problem to start with.
Jane spent $42 for shoes. This was $14 less than twice what she spent for a blouse. How much was the blouse?
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First, identify what the question is asking for.
Jane spent $42 for shoes. This was $14 less than twice what she spent for a blouse . How much was the blouse?
Next, identify the numbers.
Jane spent $42 for shoes. This was $14 less than twice what she spent for a blouse . How much was the blouse?
Next, identify the key words. These include add, subtract, remove, spend, earn, less, more, times, twice, half, etc.
Jane spent $42 for shoes. This was $14 less than twice what she spent for a blouse . How much was the blouse?
Finally, convert everything into an equation.
Now, solve the equation.
The blouse was 28 dollars.
