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Word Problems: Comparison and Measure

Multiplicative comparisons and measure problems combining × with +/−.
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Practice Questions

  1. Liam has 6 marbles. Ava has 4 times as many 🔵. How many does Ava have?
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    24

  2. A ribbon is 3 times as long as a 7-inch strip 🎀. How long is the ribbon?
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    21

  3. A poster is 12 in by 9 in 🖼️. What is its area?
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    108

  4. A garden bed is 8 m by 5 m 🌱. What is the perimeter?
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    26

  5. Ben has 18 cards. Zoe has 2 times as many 🃏. How many does Zoe have?
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    36

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Teaching Notes

Emphasize drawing diagrams (bar models, area models) to visualize problems. Guide students to identify the different operations required.

Vocabulary
Area: The amount of space inside a flat shape.
Length: How long something is.
Width: How wide something is.
Common Mistakes
  • Adding lengths instead of multiplying for area
  • Incorrect operation choice
  • Calculation errors
  • Missing units in answer
  • Confusing area and perimeter
Differentiation
SupportBreak problems into smaller, single-step questions. Use manipulatives or grid paper.
ChallengeChallenge with fractional measurements or additional problem steps.
Discussion Questions
  • How does drawing a diagram help solve complex problems?
  • What keywords suggest multiplication in a problem?
  • How are area and perimeter similar and different?
  • What happens if units are not included in the answer?
Extension Activities
  • Find area of different rooms.
  • Draw shapes with given area.
  • Calculate perimeter too.
Parent Tip

Measure objects around the house and calculate their area.

Learning Path
Skill Cluster

Mathematical Problem Solving

Estimated Time

14 minutes

Skills Practiced
Multiplicative comparisonArea perimeter