6th grade Q1

Creating problems involving division and addition of decimals is like crafting an engaging math story. Follow these steps to learn how you can create one.

Step 1: Choose your numbers

Select the relevant numbers and expression for the problem. For example:

This problem involves dividing a decimal by a whole number, followed by adding a decimal.

Step 2: Create a scenario

Think of a situation where these numbers would be applied. A good scenario is planning a meal for a dinner party:

For example:
You are buying meat for a dinner party to share among friends.

Step 3: Write the problem

Integrate the numbers and scenario into a clear question:

You're hosting a dinner party and buy 3.5 kilograms of meat to distribute evenly among 5 people. After considering everyone's appetite, you decide to add an extra 0.1 kilogram to each person's portion to ensure there's enough food. How much meat does each person end up getting?

Step 4: Solve it yourself
Before sharing your problem, solve it to ensure the solution is correct. Show all the steps clearly so you’re ready to explain.