Here are some helpful steps to help you solve mathematical word problems. Good luck!

• Read the problem twice from beginning to end. Be sure to read the problem carefully.
   

• Decide what question the problem asks.
   

• Choose the correct math operation to solve the problem.
   

• Pick out the information and underline the facts you will to solve the problem.
   

• Draw a picture, if needed, to help you solve the problem.
   

• Write a number sentence for the problem.
   

• Solve the problem and show your work.
   

• Check your answer.
   

• Read the problem again to see if your answer makes sense.