Identifying key words in addition and subtraction problems

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What is the operation represented by the term 'subtraction'?

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Subtraction is the mathematical operation of finding the difference between two numbers or quantities.

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What does the word 'left' indicate in a mathematical context?

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In a mathematical context, 'left' often indicates that something is being taken away or subtracted.

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What does the phrase 'less than' signify in a mathematical expression?

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The phrase 'less than' signifies a subtraction operation, indicating that one quantity is smaller than another.

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What does the term 'take away' mean in mathematics?

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The term 'take away' refers to the subtraction operation, where a quantity is removed from another.

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What does 'decrease' imply in mathematical terms?

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'Decrease' implies a reduction in quantity, which is represented by the subtraction operation.

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What is the result of a subtraction operation called?

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The result of a subtraction operation is called the 'difference'.

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How can you identify a subtraction problem in a word problem?

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Look for keywords such as 'less than', 'take away', 'decrease', or 'left' to identify a subtraction problem.

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What is the relationship between addition and subtraction?

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Addition and subtraction are inverse operations; subtraction undoes the effect of addition.

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What is the first step in solving a subtraction word problem?

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The first step is to identify the quantities involved and the operation required, often indicated by keywords.

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Can subtraction be performed with negative numbers?

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Yes, subtraction can be performed with negative numbers, and it follows the same rules as with positive numbers.