standard_description: Solve two-step word problems using the four operations. Represent these problems using equations with a letter standing for the unknown quantity. Assess the reasonableness of answers using mental computation and estimation strategies including rounding. (This standard is limited to problems posed with whole numbers and having whole number answers; students should know how to perform operations in the conventional order when there are no parentheses to specify a particular order (Order of Operations).)
problem_activity: Problem 1
Blake wants to cover a page of his scrapbook with colored paper. The page measures 6 inches by 8 inches. How much colored paper does Blake need to cover the entire scrapbook page?
Problem 2
A room is 63 square feet. Its length is 9 feet. What is its width?


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