5.NBT.7 Word Problems

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What is subtraction?

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

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How do you find the total of two numbers?

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To find the total of two numbers, you add them together using the addition operation.

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What is the difference between a cost and a price?

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Cost refers to the amount of money required to produce or purchase something, while price is the amount at which something is sold.

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What does it mean to save money?

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Saving money means to keep a portion of your income instead of spending it, allowing you to accumulate funds for future use.

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How do you calculate the difference in cost between two items?

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To calculate the difference in cost, subtract the price of the less expensive item from the price of the more expensive item.

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What is the purpose of word problems in math?

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Word problems help students apply mathematical concepts to real-life situations, enhancing problem-solving skills.

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What is the total distance traveled if a car goes 125.5 miles one day and 75.25 miles the next?

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The total distance traveled is 200.75 miles (125.5 + 75.25).

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If you have 8.75 pounds of rice and take out 3.25 pounds, how much is left?

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You have 5.5 pounds of rice left (8.75 - 3.25).

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What is the total amount of water used if 5.5 liters were used on the first day and 3.75 liters on the second?

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The total amount of water used is 9.25 liters (5.5 + 3.75).

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How do you determine how much money is saved after spending?

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To determine how much money is saved, subtract the amount spent from the total earned.