Translate between symbols and words to represent quantities in expressions or equations. (0406.3.2)

Links verified on 11/9/2011

1. Keywords for Mathematical Operations - The first step in solving a word problem is always to read the problem. You need to be able to translate words into mathematical symbols, focusing on keywords that indicate the mathematical procedures required to solve the problem-both the operation and the order of the expression
2. The Language of Algebra - introduction, in-depth explanation, examples and a set of practice problems
3. The Lunch Crunch - using a key, crack the code to find the prices for items on a menu [This expired link is available through the Wayback Machine Internet Archive. If the page doesn't load quickly click on Impatient? at the bottom right of the page.]
4. Translating Word Problems: Keywords - The hardest thing about doing word problems is taking the English words and translating them into mathematics. This page helps with that process.
5. Translating Words into Mathematical Symbols - [6 pages] lesson plan with examples and practice questions
6. Translating Words into Mathematical Symbols - [2 pages] print this list for your students
7. Translating Words into Symbols - Insights into Algebra from Annenberg
8. Translating Words into Symbols - over three dozen practice problems

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