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Word Problems in Arithmetic — Free MYP3 Mathematics Practice Questions
1QuestionChoosing the Correct OperationConcept Practice
2 marks~3 minCriterion A
A rectangle has a length of 5 cm and a width of 3 cm.
(a) Calculate the perimeter of the rectangle. [2]
(a) Calculate the perimeter of the rectangle. [2]
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2QuestionModeling Problems with DiagramsAssessment Practice
5 marks~8 minCriterion B
Square tables are arranged in a row with chairs placed around the outside, as shown in the diagram.
| Number of tables | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of chairs | 4 | 6 | 8 |
a
Describe the pattern in the number of chairs as each table is added. [1]
b
Write a formula for , the total number of chairs needed for tables arranged in a row. [2]
c
A school hall can fit a maximum of 25 chairs around a single row of tables. Calculate the greatest number of tables that can be arranged in one row. [2]
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3QuestionSolving with Units and ConversionsConcept Practice
5 marks~8 minCriterion C
A student claims: "A 3.5 km race is shorter than running a 4000 m race twice."
a
Calculate the distance of the 3.5 km race in metres. [1]
b
Calculate the total distance of running the 4000 m race twice, then compare this with your answer to part (a). [2]
c
Justify whether the student's claim is correct. [2]
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4QuestionChoosing the Correct OperationAssessment Practice
5 marks~8 minCriterion D
A student plans a school bake sale. They calculate the total cost of ingredients as
budgeting for 15 batches of cookies at 2.50 dollars per batch. They forget to include a fixed table-rental fee of 10 dollars.
budgeting for 15 batches of cookies at 2.50 dollars per batch. They forget to include a fixed table-rental fee of 10 dollars.
a
Calculate the correct total cost, showing all steps. [2]
b
Explain why omitting the table-rental fee makes this model unreliable for budgeting. [2]
c
Analyse how the student could improve the model if the number of batches changes each time. [1]
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