Read carefully and identify what is being asked
Example:
Underline key numbers and questions. What do you need to find?
Choose the right strategy to solve the problem
Example:
Will you add, subtract, multiply, or divide? Draw a picture?
Work through the problem carefully
Example:
Show your work and check each step as you go
Verify that your solution makes sense
Example:
Does the answer seem reasonable? Try a different method to confirm
Identify repeating elements or relationships
Example:
Do numbers increase by the same amount? Is there a sequence?
Different problems might be easier with different methods. Practice them all!
Stick with the strategy that makes the most sense to you personally.
Use a different strategy to verify your answer is correct.
Just 10 minutes of practice each day builds strong math skills.