OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e §3.1 Use a Problem-Solving Strategy · Exercise 1 · Algebra · Algebra word problems

Use a Problem-Solving Strategy · Exercise 1

Prepare the lists described.

List five positive thoughts you can say to yourself that will help you approach word problems with a positive attitude. You may want to copy them on a sheet of paper and put it in the front of your notebook, where you can read them often.

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OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e · §3.1 Use a Problem-Solving Strategy · Exercise 1

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