Steps in Solving Word Problems
Here are some helpful steps to help you solve mathematical word problems. Good luck!
Read the problem twice from the beginning to end. Be sure to read the problem carefully.
Decide what question the problem asks and underline the quesiton.
Pick out the information and highlight or circle the facts you need to solve the problem.
Choose the correct math operation to solve the problem.
Draw a picture, if needed, to help you solve the problem.
Write a number sentence for the problem.
Solve the problem and show your work.
Check your answer.
Read the problem again to see if your answer makes sense.
Read the problem twice from the beginning to end. Be sure to read the problem carefully.
Decide what question the problem asks and underline the quesiton.
Pick out the information and highlight or circle the facts you need to solve the problem.
Choose the correct math operation to solve the problem.
Draw a picture, if needed, to help you solve the problem.
Write a number sentence for the problem.
Solve the problem and show your work.
Check your answer.
Read the problem again to see if your answer makes sense.