Solving Math Word Problems with the Four Square Technique

What is the primary purpose of the Four Square Technique?

• To memorize mathematical formulas

• To draw complex diagrams

• To organize thoughts and data for solving word problems

• To solve algebraic equations

What is the first step in the Four Square Technique?

• Drawing a diagram

• Writing an explanation

• Writing a number sentence

• Identifying and writing down keywords

Where should you write down all the important information from the problem?

• In the diagram box

• In the keywords box

• In the number sentence box

• In the explanation box

What should you try to include in the second box of the Four Square Technique?

• A number sentence

• A list of keywords

• A diagram

• An explanation

What type of diagram should you draw for simpler problems?

• Tables

• Complex trigonometric diagrams

• Circles and squares

• Graphs

What is the purpose of the number sentence in the Four Square Technique?

• To write an explanation

• To draw a diagram

• To create an equation based on the keywords and diagram

• To summarize the problem

If John is 4 years older than Ben, how would you represent this in a number sentence?

• b - 4

• 4 + b

• b + 4

• 4 - b

What should you do in the explanation box?

• Create a number sentence

• Write down keywords

• Justify your answer and ensure it makes sense

• Draw a diagram

Why is it important to write an explanation for your answer?

• To create a more complex number sentence

• To list more keywords

• To draw a better diagram

• To make sure your answer is clear and logical

What is the final step in the Four Square Technique?

• Drawing a diagram

• Writing a number sentence

• Writing an explanation

• Identifying keywords