Algebra Word Problem Solutions: Thought Processes Underlying a Common Misconception.

Clement, John

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Algebra Word Problem Solutions: Thought Processes Underlying a Common Misconception.

Clement, John

Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, v13 n1 p16-30 Jan 1982

Data indicate that relatively advanced science-oriented college students can experience serious difficulties in symbolizing certain meaningful relationships with algebraic equations. Reversal errors in formulating equations were seen to stem from two main sources: (1) a syntactic word order matching process and (2) a semantic static comparison process. (MP)

Descriptors: Algebra, Cognitive Processes, College Mathematics, Educational Research, Engineering, Error Patterns, Higher Education, Mathematics Instruction, Problem Solving

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