Solving Word Problems

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Translating Word Problems: Keywords

http://www.purplemath.com/modules/translat.htm

Translating Word Problems: Keywords by PurpleMath is a brief tutorial on understanding the structure of word problems, and gives some tips on how to break it down in order to stay on track and solve it. A list of commonly used words/phrases are keyed to their corresponding mathematical operation (addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division). This is page 1 of a two-page tutorial.

Translating Word Problems: Examples

http://www.purplemath.com/modules/translat2.htm

Translating Word Problems: Examples by PurpleMath is a continuation of the tutorial on deciphering word problems. In this session, the user is given examples of phrases and word problems, and shown how to translate them into expressions and sentences. Students can take this opportunity to test out their skills in understanding word problems and choosing the correct operations.

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Go Solve: Word Problems

http://www.tomsnyder.com/products/product.asp?SKU=GOSGOS

Go Solve: Word Problems by Tom Snyder Productions is a program that focus on understanding word problems and solving problems using graphic organizers. It teaches a very simple system which aids in deciphering what is actually known in the word problem, leaving the user only with the task of solving for what is left unknown. Available for introducing Addition & Subtraction, Multiplication & Division, and Advanced Multiplication & Division, all in regard to word problems.