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Saturday, January 23, 2010

Finance Problem 1

An anonymous poster recently asked the following algebra finance word problem:

"An employee's new salary is $19,110 after getting a 5% raise. What was the salary before the increase in pay?"



Finance Problem 1 Solution Here




Wednesday, January 20, 2010

Math Word Problems Demystified


This is my review for a highly recommended book for learning how to solve math word problems including those that deal with Algebra.

The book breaks down all the popular word problem types starting out with word problems using whole numbers then moving on to cover those using decimals, fractions, percents, and finally onto Algebra related word problems.

With Algebra Math Word Problems Demystified covers the popular Algebra word problem types including: number, digit, coin, age, distance, mixture, finance, lever, and work problems. You will definitely know what your doing after covering these topics.

The book also touches word problems using system of equations and quadratic equations. Each chapter carries a test of your progress with answers to check your work along with a final exam over the entire book. 5 Stars. Definitely recommended.

For a direct link to get this word problem book off amazon click on the picture of the book, or go here to get Math Word Problems Demystified. Using this book in combination with this site will make you a master at these types of Algebra word problems. Guaranteed!




Sunday, January 10, 2010

Time and Distance Problem 11

This is another algebra time and distance word problem which was asked by another anonymous user on the "Algebra Word Problem Questions" post. The question read:

"Alexis left Miami and drove at a speed of 20 kph. Thomas left 3 hours later, from the same point, and drove at a speed of 30 kph. How long will it take Thomas to catch up to Alexis?"



Time and distance problem 11 solution here





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