Add and Subtract Word Problems Practice

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Lisa had 76 stickers and she gave away 29. How many stickers does she have now?

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47

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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A bakery sold 234 cupcakes on Monday and 189 cupcakes on Tuesday. How many cupcakes did they sell in total?

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423

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CCSS.2.NBT.B.7

CCSS.3.NBT.A.2

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John has 35 apples and he buys 27 more. How many apples does he have in total?

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62

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CCSS.2.NBT.B.6

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Sara has 58 marbles and she gives away 23. How many marbles does she have left?

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35

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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A store had 156 books and they sold 87. How many books are left in the store?

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69

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CCSS.2.NBT.B.7

CCSS.3.NBT.A.2

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What is the result of subtracting a smaller number from a larger number?

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The result is a positive number.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What is the result of adding two positive numbers?

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The result is always a positive number.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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Define 'word problem' in mathematics.

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A word problem is a mathematical problem expressed in words, requiring interpretation and solution.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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How do you check your answer after solving a word problem?

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Substitute your answer back into the original problem to see if it makes sense.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.3