Word Problems in Algebra

Topic: Algrebra

Steps:

  1. Read and understand the problem.

  2. Assign variables to unknowns.

  3. Form equations using given information.

  4. Solve the equation.

  5. Interpret the result.

 

Example:
"The sum of a number and 7 is 12."
→ Let the number be xx.
x+7=12x + 7 = 12
x=5x = 5