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What is the key challenge of word problems in algebra?

Translating scenarios into equations

What is the first step when solving a word problem?

Read carefully

What should you determine when identifying the goal of a word problem?

What you need to find

Which variable is appropriate to use for time?

tt

Which variable is appropriate to use for distance?

dd

How is 'half of xx' written mathematically?

x2\frac{x}{2}

How is 'one-third of xx' written mathematically?

x3\frac{x}{3}

What expression represents the difference between half of xx and one-third of xx?

x2−x3\frac{x}{2} - \frac{x}{3}

In the example, what equation represents the problem?

x2−x3=69\frac{x}{2} - \frac{x}{3} = 69

What is the solution to the example problem in the note?

x=414x = 414

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