Word problems

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem that is presented in the form of a story or real-life scenario, requiring the reader to extract relevant information and perform calculations to find a solution.

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How do you identify the important information in a word problem?

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Look for numbers, keywords (like 'more', 'less', 'total'), and the question being asked to determine what information is necessary to solve the problem.

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What does 'total' mean in a word problem?

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'Total' refers to the sum or overall amount when combining quantities.

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What does 'difference' mean in a word problem?

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'Difference' refers to the result of subtracting one quantity from another.

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What does 'share equally' mean in a word problem?

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'Share equally' means to divide a total amount into equal parts among a specified number of people or items.

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If a problem states 'more than', what operation should you use?

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You should use addition to find the total when something is 'more than' another quantity.

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If a problem states 'less than', what operation should you use?

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You should use subtraction to find the total when something is 'less than' another quantity.

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How do you solve a word problem involving addition?

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Identify the quantities to be added, write an equation, and then perform the addition to find the total.

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How do you solve a word problem involving subtraction?

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Identify the quantities to be subtracted, write an equation, and then perform the subtraction to find the difference.

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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 and identify the relevant information.