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Finding Common Ground

Is it an easy thing to find common ground?

Is it an easy thing to find common ground?

OBJECTIVE: To solve word problems using Venn diagrams

In a previous lesson, you learned how to use Venn diagrams to perform set operations. Going Round in Circles: https://www.geogebra.org/m/wxpt6bkh In this lesson, you're going to solve word problems using Venn diagrams. The applet below illustrates how to solve word problems involving a Venn diagram with two sets. Move the sliders and observe the changes in the numbers.

Applet by Casper Buisman

Below are word problems involving a Venn diagram with two sets: Golf and Soccer. Answer the questions and check your answers in the Answer Box that follows.
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ANSWER BOX:

Below are word problems involving a Venn diagram with three sets: Wrestling, Boxing, and Surfing. Answer the questions and check your answers in the Answer Box that follows.
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ANSWER BOX:

In this lesson, you learned how to solve word problems involving Venn diagrams with two or three sets.

In future lessons, you'll learn more about using Venn diagrams to perform set operations. Hope you ENJOYED this lesson!