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 step, usually involving addition or subtraction.

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How do you solve a one-step word problem?

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To solve a one-step word problem, read the problem carefully, identify the numbers involved, and decide whether to add or subtract.

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If Todd has 16 pieces of candy and gives 12 away, how many does he have left?

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4

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There were 18 children on a bus. Four get off. How many children are left on the bus?

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14

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What is the whole in the equation when Juan picks 13 flowers and gives 7 away?

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13

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If Mel gets 7 points and Jessie gets 8 points, how many points do they have together?

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15

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Maria bakes 15 cupcakes and gives 12 to her classmates. How many cupcakes are left?

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3

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What operation do you use when you give something away in a word problem?

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Subtraction.

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What operation do you use when you combine two amounts in a word problem?

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Addition.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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Read the problem carefully.