Free Printable Problem Solving Worksheets for Elementary School

Printable Problem Solving worksheet examples

This free printable elementary school Problem Solving worksheet page collects 2 printable worksheet samples for classroom practice and review. Available formats include Quiz and Practice. Examples include Problem Solving and Problem Solving Practice Sheet. Preview the examples, print a copy, or use SheetGenius to generate a custom Problem Solving worksheet.

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Questions Answer Area
1. What is problem solving? ____________________________________________________________
2. Name two strategies for solving a problem? ____________________________________________________________
3. What is the first step in problem solving? ____________________________________________________________
4. What is the second step in problem solving? ____________________________________________________________
5. What is the third step in problem solving? ____________________________________________________________
6. What is the fourth step in problem solving? ____________________________________________________________
7. What is the fifth step in problem solving? ____________________________________________________________
8. What is the sixth step in problem solving? ____________________________________________________________
9. What is the seventh step in problem solving? ____________________________________________________________
10. What are some of the benefits of problem solving? ____________________________________________________________

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Introduction

Problem solving is an important skill in mathematics. It involves breaking down a problem into smaller parts and then finding a solution. In this practice sheet, we will go over some basic problem solving strategies and practice solving problems.

Problem Solving Strategies

  1. Read the problem carefully.
  2. Identify the important information.
  3. Break down the problem into smaller parts.
  4. Brainstorm possible solutions.
  5. Choose the best solution.
  6. Check your answer.

Problem Solving Practice

  1. The sum of two numbers is 24. One of the numbers is 8. What is the other number?

  2. A store is selling apples for $2 each. How much would 4 apples cost?

  3. If it takes 2 hours to mow a lawn, how long will it take to mow 4 lawns?

  4. A car travels at a speed of 60 miles per hour. How far will it travel in 3 hours?

  5. A rectangle has a length of 10 feet and a width of 6 feet. What is the area of the rectangle?

  6. If a toy costs $20 and a book costs $10, how much do both cost together?

  7. If a box contains 10 cookies and 4 people each take 2 cookies, how many cookies are left?

  8. If a jar contains 10 marbles and 3 marbles are taken out, how many marbles are left in the jar?

  9. A bag contains 10 apples and 5 oranges. How many pieces of fruit are in the bag?

  10. If a person walks 1 mile in 20 minutes, how many miles will they walk in 1 hour?

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