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Problem-Solving Decisions: Choose the Operation WorksheetProblem-Solving Decisions: Choose the Operation Worksheet
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Problem-Solving Decisions: Choose the Operation

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In this problem solving worksheet, students read a story problem about the temperature at different altitudes. Students fill out an organization chart to understand the problem, plan a strategy, and then solve it.

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Problem Solving, math applications

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choosing the operation, problem solving strategies, math
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5th - 6th
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Math
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