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How Do You Write an Equation From a Word Problem?
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One of the challenges of solving a word problem is first turning those words into a math equation you can then use to solve. This tutorial takes you through a word problem and shows you how to translate it into a useable math equation!
Background Tutorials
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Evaluating Expressions
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What is a Variable?
You can't do algebra without working with variables, but variables can be confusing. If you've ever wondered what variables are, then this tutorial is for you!
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Translating Between Words and Math
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What Are Some Words You Can Use To Write Word Problems?
Knowing the mathematical meaning of words allows you to decipher word problems and gives you the power to write your own word problems, too! Take a look at these words and learn their mathematical translations.
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Further Exploration
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Translating Between Words and Math
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How Do You Write and Solve an Equation From a Word Problem?
Word problems are just math in disguise! Follow along with this tutorial to get some practice translating a word problem into a mathematical equation. Then, see how to solve that equation and answer the word problem!
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