Adding and Subtracting Word Problems

Front

What is the equivalent addition problem to 5 - (-8)?

Back

5 + 8

Front

Cara monitors a snail in her aquarium. It crawled 1" up, then 2" up, and finally 4" down. How far is the snail from where it started?

Back

1" below where it started

Front

What is -8 - (-6)?

Back

-2

Front

Mr. Oles has a bank balance of -42 dollars. After depositing 6 dollars, what is the new balance?

Back

-36 dollars

Front

Write the equation that illustrates Henry's financial events: starts with $30, pays $10, loses $15, and borrows $10.

Back

30 - 10 - 15 + 10 =

Front

What does it mean to subtract a negative number?

Back

Subtracting a negative number is the same as adding its positive counterpart.

Front

If you have a negative balance in a bank account, what does that indicate?

Back

It indicates that you owe money to the bank.

Front

How do you represent a loss in money mathematically?

Back

A loss is represented by subtraction.

Front

What is the result of adding a positive number to a negative number?

Back

The result depends on the absolute values; it can be positive, negative, or zero.

Front

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

Back

Identify the key information and what is being asked.