1. A Problem Solving Plan Using Models Verbal Model: ask yourself what you need to know to solve the problem. Then write a verbal model that will give you what you need to know Label: assign labels to each part of your verbal model Algebraic Model: Use labels to write an algebraic model based on your verbal model Solve: Solve and answer original questions Check: Check that your answer is reasonable

2. Drive- In Movie A drive-in movie theater charges $5 admission per car and $1.25 admission for each person in the car. Write an equation to find the total cost at the drive-in for n number of people in the car.

3. Housesitting As a summer job, you start a house sitting service in your neighborhood. You agree to get the mail, pick up the newspapers, water the plants, and feed the pets for an initial fee of $5 plus $2 per day. Write an equation to show the total amount you make house sitting for d days.