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Solving Real Life Problems

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How do you solve a real-world math problem? Start by thinking about the five steps to good problem solving, which include reading, extracting data, choosing a calculation, showing work, and stating a solution. Well done!

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Problem Solving, math applications

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choose operation, problem solving strategy, steps to problem solving, extract data, read problem, real world math application, math
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Grade
2nd - 4th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
Presentations
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For Teacher Use
Number of Slides
11
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Fine Print: Educational Use

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