What is the operation? Word Problem edition

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What is subtraction?

Back

Subtraction is the operation of finding the difference between two numbers. It tells us how much is left after taking away a part from a whole.

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What is multiplication?

Back

Multiplication is the operation of combining equal groups. It tells us how many in total when we have a certain number of groups with the same amount.

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What is division?

Back

Division is the operation of splitting a number into equal parts. It tells us how many times one number is contained within another.

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If a skunk is 800 mm long and its tail is 385 mm long, how long is the body without the tail?

Back

800 mm - 385 mm = 415 mm.

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If one pencil costs $0.35, how much do 700 pencils cost?

Back

$0.35 x 700 = $245.

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If you have 25 candies and Sarah has 4 times as many, how many candies does Sarah have?

Back

25 x 4 = 100 candies.

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How many minutes are in 7 hours?

Back

7 hours x 60 minutes/hour = 420 minutes.

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What is the total cost of 700 pencils at $0.35 each?

Back

$0.35 x 700 = $245.

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If Henry has 185 pieces of gum and shares it with 5 friends, how many pieces does each friend get?

Back

185 ÷ 5 = 37 pieces.

Front

What operation would you use to find out how many more candies Sarah has than you?

Back

You would use subtraction.