GCSE Secondary Maths Age 13-17 - Algebra: Weight Problem - Explained

The video tutorial explains how to calculate the total weight of three tins and two packets of soup using given data. It involves finding the weight of one tin and one packet first, then using these to find the total weight. The tutorial also discusses the marks allocation for the problem and provides advice on approaching similar questions.

What is the first step in solving the problem of finding the total weight of three tins and two packets of soup?

• Calculate the weight of one tin of soup.

• Calculate the weight of one packet of soup.

• Subtract the weight of packets from tins.

• Add the weights of all tins and packets.

How do you find the weight of one tin of soup?

• Add the weight of packets to the total weight.

• Subtract the weight of packets from the total weight.

• Divide the total weight by the number of tins.

• Multiply the total weight by the number of tins.

What is the weight of one tin of soup?

• 400 grams

• 350 grams

• 300 grams

• 250 grams

How is the weight of one packet of soup determined?

• By multiplying the total weight by the number of packets.

• By adding the weight of tins to the total weight.

• By subtracting the weight of tins from the total weight.

• By dividing the total weight of packets by the number of packets.

What is the weight of one packet of soup?

• 30 grams

• 35 grams

• 20 grams

• 25 grams

What is the total weight of three tins and two packets of soup?

• 1000 grams

• 1100 grams

• 1050 grams

• 1110 grams

What is emphasized as key to solving the problem effectively?

• Finding the weight of one tin and one packet.

• Memorizing the total weights given.

• Ignoring the weights of packets.

• Guessing the weights of tins and packets.