Word Problem Math Vocab

Front

What is the total number of pizza pieces if Sally orders a sheet pizza with 20 pieces for 5 friends?

Back

Each friend will get 4 pieces.

Front

What mathematical operation should Walter use to find the total number of pies he made if he baked 4 yesterday and 2 today?

Back

Walter should use addition (+).

Front

What operation is indicated by the term 'fewer'?

Back

Subtraction.

Front

What is a ratio in mathematical terms?

Back

A ratio is another term for a fraction.

Front

What operation is associated with the term 'difference'?

Back

Subtraction.

Front

If a problem states that one quantity is less than another, which operation should be used?

Back

Subtraction.

Front

What is the result of dividing 20 pieces of pizza among 5 friends?

Back

Each friend gets 4 pieces.

Front

How do you express the relationship between two quantities using a ratio?

Back

By writing it as a fraction or using a colon (e.g., 4:1).

Front

What is the mathematical symbol for addition?

Back

The symbol for addition is +.

Front

In a word problem, if it says 'how many more', which operation is implied?

Back

Subtraction.