Addition and Subtraction Word Problems

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What is the sum of two numbers?

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The sum of two numbers is the result of adding them together.

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How do you find the total number of items when combining two groups?

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To find the total number of items when combining two groups, you add the number of items in each group.

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What is subtraction?

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Subtraction is the operation of finding the difference between two numbers by taking one number away from another.

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How do you determine how many more one quantity is than another?

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To determine how many more one quantity is than another, subtract the smaller quantity from the larger quantity.

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What is a word problem in mathematics?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem that is presented in the form of a narrative or story, requiring interpretation and problem-solving.

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What operation would you use to solve the question: 'How many cupcakes are left after giving some away?'

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You would use subtraction to solve this question.

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If a student reads 34 pages on one day and 13 pages the next, how do you find the total pages read?

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You would add the two amounts together: 34 + 13.

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What is the difference between addition and subtraction?

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Addition combines quantities to find a total, while subtraction finds the difference between quantities.

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How can you represent the phrase 'in all' in a mathematical operation?

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The phrase 'in all' typically indicates that you should use addition to find the total.

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What does it mean to have 'left' in a word problem?

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Having 'left' in a word problem usually refers to the remaining quantity after some has been taken away, indicating a subtraction operation.