Addition, Subtraction, and Multiplication Word Problems

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What is addition?

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Addition is the process of finding the total or sum by combining two or more numbers.

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What is subtraction?

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Subtraction is the process of finding the difference between two numbers by taking one number away from another.

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What is multiplication?

Back

Multiplication is the process of adding a number to itself a certain number of times.

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How do you find the total cost of multiple items?

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Multiply the cost of one item by the number of items.

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If a ticket costs $54, how much do 25 tickets cost?

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1,350 (54 x 25 = 1,350).

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What does it mean to compare numbers in word problems?

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It means to determine which number is greater, lesser, or if they are equal.

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How do you solve a problem that asks for the difference between two quantities?

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You subtract the smaller quantity from the larger quantity.

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem expressed in words, requiring interpretation to solve.

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How do you determine the total number of volunteers?

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Add the number of volunteers from different groups together.

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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.