One Step Word Problems

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What is a one-step word problem?

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A one-step word problem is a math problem that can be solved in one simple operation, such as addition or subtraction.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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How do you solve a subtraction word problem?

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To solve a subtraction word problem, identify the total amount and the amount being taken away, then subtract the two numbers.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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What operation would you use to find out how many are left?

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You would use subtraction to find out how many are left after some have been taken away.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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If you have 112 ducks and 78 flew away, how do you find out how many are left?

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Subtract 78 from 112: 112 - 78 = 34 ducks left.

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CCSS.2.NBT.B.7

CCSS.3.NBT.A.2

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What operation would you use to find the total?

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You would use addition to find the total when combining two amounts.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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If Ayden has $318 and needs $395, how do you find out how much more he needs?

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Subtract 318 from 395: 395 - 318 = $77 more needed.

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CCSS.2.NBT.B.7

CCSS.3.NBT.A.2

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How do you compare two heights in a word problem?

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To compare two heights, subtract the shorter height from the taller height.

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CCSS.4.MD.A.2

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If Max is 183 cm tall and Ruby is 169 cm tall, how do you find out how much taller Max is?

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Subtract Ruby's height from Max's height: 183 - 169 = 14 cm.

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CCSS.2.MD.B.5

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What does 'in all' mean in a word problem?

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'In all' means to find the total amount when combining two or more quantities.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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If Gavin collected 225 marbles and Collin collected 294 marbles, how do you find the total number of marbles?

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Add the two amounts together: 225 + 294 = 519 marbles.

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CCSS.2.NBT.B.7

CCSS.3.NBT.A.2