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This guide provides strategies for solving word problems effectively, using Kobe Bryant's playoff scoring as a practical example. Key tips include reading questions carefully, identifying necessary information, and documenting problems and solutions clearly. The challenge focuses on predicting Kobe's potential score in game 5 based on his previous four games' performance and calculating his total points over four games using averages. This approach will enhance your understanding of mathematical reasoning in sports scenarios.
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How to do Mr. Eng’s Word Problems • TIPS • Read the question carefully. • Find the information given to you. • Find out what you need to do. • Do This: • Write down the problem • Show math evidence. • Answer the question in a complete sentence(s). • Decorate the paper based on the word problem. • Be prepared to verbally justify your answer
QUESTION:In the 2006 playoffs against the Phoenix Suns, Kobe Bryant has scored these points in four games: 24, 17, 29, and 22. If the Lakers win the series in game 5, what is an accurate prediction of what Kobe will score in game 5 based on his previous 4 games? (Hint: AVERAGE)CHALLENGE:With this scoring average, how many total points could he score in 4 games?