PERT Math Study Guide: Word Problems

Translating Words into Math: Use keywords such as ‘total’ for addition, ‘difference’ for subtraction, and ‘product’ for multiplication to set up equations correctly.

Rate, Distance, Time Problems: Use the formula d = rt for solving problems involving distance, speed, or time.

Setting Up Proportions: Proportions allow solving comparative or scaling problems, such as similar figures or ratios.


Word Problems Review Test