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    Word Problems: Finding and Using Clues

    This 3rd grade mathematics video from Genius Plaza covers word problems. Students will learn how to spot the "clues" (addition, subtraction, multiplication words) in word problems that can help them arrive at solutions, and will learn strategies for determining which "clues" are most valuable and helpful. This video can be used as part of a 3rd grade or differentiated lesson on multiplication, word problems, and place value.

    Grade:
    3
    Subjects:
    Mathematics
    Word Problems
    Multiplication

    Writing an Equation Given a Word Problem

    This video explains how to use key information from a word problem to translate words into an equation to solve for "x."
    Grade:
    6
    Subjects:
    Mathematics
    Equations
    Word Problems
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