MATH Word Problems

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What is a word problem in math?

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A word problem is a mathematical question that is presented in the form of a story or real-life scenario, requiring the reader to extract relevant information to solve it.

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How do you find the number of items in each group?

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To find the number of items in each group, divide the total number of items by the number of groups.

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What is division?

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Division is a mathematical operation where a number is divided into equal parts, represented by the symbol '÷' or '/'. For example, 12 ÷ 4 = 3.

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What is a line of symmetry?

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A line of symmetry is a line that divides a shape into two identical halves that are mirror images of each other.

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How do you calculate the total amount raised from two groups?

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To calculate the total amount raised, add the amounts raised by each group together.

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What is subtraction?

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Subtraction is a mathematical operation that represents the process of taking one number away from another, represented by the symbol '-'. For example, 10 - 4 = 6.

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How do you determine how many packages to buy?

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To determine how many packages to buy, divide the total number of items needed by the number of items in each package and round up if necessary.

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What is multiplication?

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Multiplication is a mathematical operation that represents the process of adding a number to itself a certain number of times, represented by the symbol '×'. For example, 3 × 4 = 12.

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What does it mean to have 'left' in a math problem?

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In a math problem, 'left' refers to the remaining amount after some has been taken away or used.

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What is the importance of reading a word problem carefully?

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Reading a word problem carefully is important to understand what is being asked and to identify the relevant information needed to solve it.