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Intro to Word Problems

Mike McGarry
Lesson by Mike McGarry
Magoosh Expert
Summary
This content provides a comprehensive guide to tackling word problems on the GRE, emphasizing algebraic techniques and alternative problem-solving strategies.
  • Word problems are a significant category in the GRE, requiring the translation of words into algebraic expressions and equations.
  • Key types of word problems include age, motion, work, growth and decay, and mixture questions.
  • The process involves assigning variables, writing equations, and then solving these equations using algebraic methods or alternative strategies like backsolving or picking numbers.
  • The module covers general strategies for solving word problems, detailed approaches for specific types of problems, and introduces alternative strategies for finding solutions.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Word Problems
00:46
Assigning Variables and Writing Equations
01:09
General Strategies for Solving Word Problems
01:25
Alternative Problem-Solving Strategies