Word Problems (Grade 11 NSC Matric Mathematics): Flashcards
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Word problems definition
Word problems definition
Math questions describing real-life in everyday language
Step 1: Problem solving strategy
Step 1: Problem solving strategy
Read carefully, at least twice
Step 3: Problem solving strategy
Step 3: Problem solving strategy
Assign variables to unknowns
Step 4: Problem solving strategy
Step 4: Problem solving strategy
Translate written info to mathematical expressions
Step 7: Problem solving strategy
Step 7: Problem solving strategy
Check solution by substituting back into conditions
Step 8: Problem solving strategy
Step 8: Problem solving strategy
Write final answer with units and context
Gym membership increase (Worked Example 1)
Gym membership increase (Worked Example 1)
R250
Cappuccino cost (Worked Example 2)
Cappuccino cost (Worked Example 2)
R9
Why clearly define variables?
Why clearly define variables?
To state what each letter represents before equations
Purpose of checking solutions
Purpose of checking solutions
Reject physically impossible answers