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University of South Florida

Fcat: Problem Solving Strategies

For Students 9th - 10th
This page gives students a guide for problem solving. A list of strategies is presented, and each strategy has an example to demonstrate it.
Activity
Texas A&M University

Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: Beginning Algebra: Further Problem Solving

For Students 9th - 10th
You'll learn how to use Polya's four-step process to solve problems involving simple geometry concepts, distance, mixtures, and interest. This tutorial offers several example problems as well as practice exercises for you to complete.
Activity
Varsity Tutors

Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Practice Problems: Solving Quadratic Equations by Finding Square Roots

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Twenty problems present a variety of problems working with various aspects of solving quadratic equations by finding the square roots. They are given with each step to the solution cleverly revealed one at a time. You can work each step...
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Varsity Tutors

Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Practice Problems: Solving Linear Equations

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Forty-five problems present a variety of practice solving linear equations. The solutions are only available with a paid subscription.
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Elem Math: Areas of Rectangular Composite Figures Challenge:word Problems

For Students 3rd - 5th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] A learning module where students solve multi-step word problems involving money and the area of rectangles. A video shows how to solve a sample problem. [2:21] A set...
Interactive
Other

After School Excellence: Word Problems Grades 1 3

For Students Pre-K - 1st Standards
This is a resource for elementary word problems. It links to interactive and hands-on sites with videos and strategies.
Activity
University of Regina (Canada)

University of Regina: Math Central: Sample Problems for Grades 1 5

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st Standards
The Saskatoon Board of Education gives samples of math word problems for pairs or small groups of students. At each grade level three types of problems are provided: translation, process, and realistic.
Lesson Plan
Hopelink

Hopelink: Math Lesson Idea: Word Problems

For Teachers 3rd - 8th Standards
Teach your students to reason with language and to use imagery to translate language into mathematical equations.
Activity
University of Regina (Canada)

University of Regina: Math Central: Problem Solving Project

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
This mathematical project incorporates activities on area, perimeter, distance, climate, and population. The project could also integrate other subjects such as Social Studies and Language Arts.
Interactive
Quia

Ixl Learning: Multiply Three or More Numbers: Word Problems

For Students 4th - 6th
Word problems solved by multiplying three numbers together.
Website
Cool Math

Coolmath: Solving Compound Inequalities Exercises: A < Bx+c < D

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This CoolMath resource will help students practice solving compound inequalities. Students can refer to the CoolMath: Solving Compound Inequalities resource as a reference.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Adding and Subtracting on the Number Line Word Problems

For Students Pre-K - 1st Standards
In this exercise, students practice adding and subtracting on the number line in word problems. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to watch a video tutorial, get hints, and try questions repeatedly.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Add and Subtract Within 100 Word Problems 2

For Students 1st - 3rd Standards
Practice solving word problems with addition and subtraction. These questions are comparison problems including difference unknown, smaller value unknown, and bigger value unknown. Numbers used are 100 or less. Students receive immediate...
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Cyberchase: Fixing the Teleporter Part 1

For Students 3rd - 8th
In this Cyberchase video, the Teleporter breaks and the CyberSquad must try to fix it using clues given to them by Ms. Fileshare. This is one in a series of two problem-solving videos. [3:49]
Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: Solving Real World Problems With Two Step Equations

For Students 8th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Use rational numbers and two-step algebraic equations to solve real-world problems. Includes examples, guided practice, a video [12:59], practice problems, and an...
Website
Cool Math

Coolmath: Solving 3 X 3 Systems of Equations Exercises

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This CoolMath resource provides practice with solving 3 x 3 systems of equations by using Cramer's Rule.
Unit Plan
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Compare With Multiplication Word Problems

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Select the equation that can be used to solve a word problem. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Linear Models Word Problems

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Solve general word problems about real-world relationships that can be modeled by linear equations or functions. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video, or receive hints.
Activity
Varsity Tutors

Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Graphing Calculator Practice Problems: Similarity and Proportion

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Practice using your graphing calculator for similarity and proportion problems. If you get stumped or if you would like to check your work, then select the View Solution button, which is located directly under each problem.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Linear Equations Word Problems: Graphs

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Solve word problems about real-world relationships that are given in graphs. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Activity
Beacon Learning Center

Beacon Learning Center: Who Will Probably Come to the Party?

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
Students use tree diagrams to find possible outcomes and make predictions for probability story problems.
Unit Plan
Texas Education Agency

Texas Gateway: Evaluating Solutions for Reasonableness

For Students 7th - 8th
Given problem situations, the student will determine if the solutions are reasonable.
Graphic
Writing Fix

Writing Fix: Ace: Reflecting on Mathematics [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
This site includes a graphic organizer of the ACE steps that will assist students in reflecting on their answers to word problems. The steps include having students "analyze" [A], "communicate" [C], and "extend" [E]. [Requires Adobe...
Website
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Centers for Disease Control: Bam! Guide to Getting Along

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn how to handle situations and problems the right way without getting out of control, overly mad, or even violent. This sight teaches you the "Bam" plan, or tips "to keep your anger from boiling over".

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