Addition and subtraction word problems

Front

What is addition?

Back

Addition is the process of finding the total or sum by combining two or more numbers.

Front

What is subtraction?

Back

Subtraction is the process of taking one number away from another.

Front

If you have 10 apples and you eat 3, how many apples do you have left?

Back

7 apples.

Front

What does 'more' mean in a word problem?

Back

'More' means to add to the current amount.

Front

What does 'left' mean in a word problem?

Back

'Left' means to subtract from the current amount.

Front

If there are 5 birds on a tree and 2 fly away, how many are left?

Back

3 birds.

Front

What is a word problem?

Back

A word problem is a math problem written in words that requires you to use addition or subtraction to solve.

Front

How do you find out how many more you need?

Back

You subtract the number you have from the total you want.

Front

If you have 8 candies and you want 12, how many more do you need?

Back

4 candies.

Front

What is the total of 3 and 4?

Back

7.