Addition and Subtraction Word Problems

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What is addition?

Back

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

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What is subtraction?

Back

Subtraction is the process of taking one number away from another.

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What does 'altogether' mean in math problems?

Back

'Altogether' means to find the total amount after combining numbers.

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If you have 5 apples and you buy 3 more, how many apples do you have?

Back

You have 8 apples.

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What is a word problem?

Back

A word problem is a math problem written in the form of a story or sentence.

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How do you solve a word problem?

Back

Read the problem carefully, identify the numbers, determine what is being asked, and perform the correct operation (addition or subtraction).

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What is the total of 10 and 15?

Back

The total is 25.

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If you have 20 candies and give away 5, how many do you have left?

Back

You have 15 candies left.

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What is the difference between two numbers?

Back

The difference is the result of subtracting one number from another.

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How do you find out how many more?

Back

To find out how many more, subtract the smaller number from the larger number.