Problem Solving Using Distance, Rate, Time (Running)

Connect the tortoise and the hare fable to mathematics. Learners first identify key terms related to distance, rate, and time. They then solve distance/rate/time problems using different representations.

In this word problem worksheet, algebra learners solve 10 distance problems. Problems include motion in different directions, the same direction, and round trips.  

Pupils visualize distance-rate-time problems by using bar models. The activity presents examples of four different types of rate problems and shows how they can be solved using bar models and equations. Each example is followed by a...

Speed through a direct variation example. The presented problem uses a distance-rate-time problem as an example of a direct variation problem. Using the slope between two points of time and distance, the video shows learners how to...

This video examines a sample rate problem. The listener needs to compute whether four trains, each going different distances over different amounts of time, are moving at the same constant rate. This problem reinforces one's basic...

Superman to the rescue! But, how long will he take to get there? Given the distance that Superman is from Lois at different times, individuals determine the rate (speed) at which Superman is flying. Yet another engaging application of...

A simple rate problem is looked at in this video. The listener needs to compute whether four trains each going different distances over different amounts of time are moving at the same constant rate. This problem reinforces ones basic...

Your algebra learners will pick up some solid algebra problem solving skills and a plan of approach for some typical types of word problems in this scripted worksheet that shows how to set up and organize each type of problem, create the...

If you know two values and are looking for a third, you can set up an equation and solve to find your answer. In this problem you know distance and time, and you are looking for rate of speed. Use the distance formula to set up your...

If you know two values and are looking for a third, you can set up an equation and solve to find your answer. In this problem you know distance and time, and you are looking for rate of speed. Use the distance formula to set up your...