Chapter 5 - Solving for the Unknown - Michelle Moore

Chapter 5 - Solving for the Unknown - Michelle Moore

1. Terms

   • Expression 3A+4
   • Equation 2B-9=11
   • Formula I=PxRxT
   • Variable (letter) S
   • Constant (Number) 6

2. Rules

   • Variable Rule
   • Constant Rule
   • Solving for the Unknown Rule
   • Opposite Process Rule
   • Equation Equality Rule
   • Multiple Process Rule
   • Parenthesis Rule
   • Like Unknown Rule

3. Solving Word Problems

   • Step 1 - Carefully Read the Entire Problem
     • Step 2 - Ask Self, what is the problem looking for?
       • Step 3 - Let variable represent the unknown
         • Step 4 - Visualize the relationship the unknowns and the variables then set up the equation to solve for the unknowns
           • Step 5 - Check result

4. Blue Print Aid

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