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

Back

8 apples.

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If there are 10 birds on a tree and 4 fly away, how many birds are left?

Back

6 birds.

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What does 'together' mean in math problems?

Back

'Together' means to add the numbers.

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What does 'left' mean in math problems?

Back

'Left' usually refers to subtraction, indicating how many remain after some are taken away.

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If a box has 20 toys and you give away 5, how many toys are left in the box?

Back

15 toys.

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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 real-life situation.

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If you have 30 candies and you eat 10, how many candies do you have left?

Back

20 candies.

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What is the total of 15 and 25?

Back

40.