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Word Problems

A repeatable 4-step method: identify the unknown, extract knowns, translate to an equation, solve and check units. Covers distance/rate/time, mixture, work-rate, age, and money.

ReadUnknownEquationSolve
Words → Equation → Answer

Worked Example

Train problem

Given: Train travels 240 mi at 60 mph

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    Set up

    d = r·t → 240 = 60·t

Worked Example

Two pipes fill a tank

Given: A fills in 6 hr, B in 3 hr, both open

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    Rates

    1/6 + 1/3 = 1/t

Timed Game · 6 problems
02:00

Answer 6 problems in 2 min. Timer auto-stops.