Word Problems Involving Money

This lesson focuses on solving word problems involving money using the RDW process. It covers five different problems, each demonstrating how to model, calculate, and solve using various mathematical operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. The lesson emphasizes the use of tape diagrams to visualize and solve problems effectively.

What does the RDW process stand for in solving word problems?

• Review, Draw, Write

• Read, Divide, Write

• Read, Discuss, Write

• Read, Draw, Write

How much money do Miguel and John have together?

• $6.11

• $5.11

• $4.11

• $3.11

What is the total amount of money Sulin has in her wallet?

• 400 cents

• 354 cents

• 713 cents

• 359 cents

How much more money does Sulin need to buy the book?

• $3.00

• $3.54

• $3.59

• $3.11

Do Vanessa, Wae, and Jimmy have enough money to buy the game?

• Yes, they have more than enough

• No, they need 96 cents more

• No, they need 50 cents more

• Yes, they have exactly enough

How much does a pen cost?

• $229

• $2299

• $229.9

• $2290

If a calculator costs three times as much as a pen, what is the total cost of both items?

• $916

• $229

• $687

• $1145

How much money does Christa need to give to Mallerie so they both have the same amount?

• $204

• $468

• $264

• $732

What is the total amount of money Christa and Mallerie have together?

• $936

• $468

• $732

• $204

What mathematical operation is used to find out how much more money is needed in these problems?

• Multiplication

• Division

• Addition

• Subtraction