Addition and Subtraction Word Problems

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What is addition?

Back

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

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What is subtraction?

Back

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

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If you have 5 apples and you buy 3 more, how many apples do you have in total?

Back

8 apples

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If there are 10 birds on a tree and 4 fly away, how many birds are left?

Back

6 birds

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What does 'together' mean in math problems?

Back

'Together' means to add the numbers.

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What does 'left' mean in math problems?

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'Left' usually refers to the result of subtraction.

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If a store has 20 toys and sells 7, how many toys are left?

Back

13 toys

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a math problem that is written in the form of a story or a real-life situation.

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How do you solve a word problem?

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1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the numbers involved. 3. Determine if you need to add or subtract. 4. Solve the problem.

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What is the total of 15 and 25?

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40