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Problems can
be solved
by using models. |
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To solve a
problem you need to follow
these important steps:
Step 1: Understand the problem.
Step 2: Make a plan.
Use objects
to model.
Step 3: Carry out the plan.
Step 4: Look Back. |
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Step
1: I have to arrange tiles in
the pattern that is described.
Step 2: Cut some red, yellow and
blue squares from construction
paper to use as models.
Step 3: Arrange the colored
squares according to the
directions in the problem.
Step 4: Read the problem again to
be sure the pattern is correct. |
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Step
1: I have to arrange the socks
in matched pairs.
Step 2: Find 12 socks to use as
models.
Step 3: Arrange the socks in pairs
by color. You will have 1 black
and 1 red sock left over.
Step 4: Read the problem again to
be sure the answer is correct. |
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Step
1: I have to find a
combination of bats and balls that
equals 13, but has 3 more
balls than bats.
Step 2: Collect some balls and bats
to use as models.
Step 3: Start with 3 softballs. Then
add 1 bat and ball to each pile
until you have 13 in all.
Step 4: Read the problem again to
be sure the combination is
correct. |
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Use models
to solve problems. |
Click on
the leaf for practice.
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