Solving Word Problems

involving Polynomials and

Polynomial Equations
Take Note:
In solving word problems, follow these steps:
 Understand the problem;

 Devise a plan;

 Carry out the plan

 Look back.
Problem #1:
If a car covers in , what would be the
average speed in km/hr?

Consider :
or
Problem #2:
The rectangular garden of Abuyog NHS has
an area of . If the length measures , find
the width.
Consider :
or
Problem #3:
A tailor earns ( for working . How much
does he earn per hour?

Consider :
Activity:
Solve the following problems:
1. The area of the parallelogram is If the base is
given , find the height. Clue: Area of parallelogram = (base) x
(height)

2. Suppose the area of a rectangle is If the length

is , find
a) the width Clue: Area of rectangle = (length) x (width)
b) its perimeter Clue: Perimeter of rectangle = (2 length) + (2 width)