SOLUTION: How do you set up an equation from a word problem?

SOLUTION: How do you set up an equation from a word problem?

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Question 498601: How do you set up an equation from a word problem?

Answer by richard1234(7193) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
The only way to do it is to practice solving such problems, and it will become second nature after you get experience. Look for key words that tell you which operation to use, and be sure to define your variables clearly.
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