Answer
1. Read
2. Plan
3. Estimate
4. Solve
5. State Answer
6. Check
Work Step by Step
The steps to solving a word problem are above. First, it is necessary to read the question to understand what the question is asking. Next, it is necessary to create a problem solving plan as jumping in without planning can cause you to choose the wrong steps. Then, estimate the answer so that you know if your answer is reasonable when you find it. After this, you solve the problem and state the answer so that you know what the answer means. Finally, you check the solution to ensure that your answer is correct.
