MATH Word Problems

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What is a word problem in math?

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A word problem is a mathematical question that is presented in the form of a story or real-life scenario, requiring the reader to extract relevant information and perform calculations to find a solution.

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How do you calculate the total cost of multiple items?

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To calculate the total cost, multiply the number of items by the cost of each item. For example, if 74 puppies cost $65 each, the total cost is 74 x 65 = $4,810.

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What is the goal in a math problem?

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The goal in a math problem is the target or desired outcome that needs to be achieved, such as reaching a specific number or total.

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How do you find out how many more items are needed to reach a goal?

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To find out how many more items are needed, subtract the current total from the goal. For example, if the goal is 9,000 Box Tops and 7,750 have been collected, then 9,000 - 7,750 = 1,250 more are needed.

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What is symmetry?

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Symmetry is when one half of an object is a mirror image of the other half. For example, a butterfly has one line of symmetry down the center.

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How do you find the remaining quantity after giving some away?

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To find the remaining quantity, subtract the amount given away from the original amount. For example, if Jon has 26,798 cards and gives away 6,099, he has 26,798 - 6,099 = 20,699 cards left.

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What is division in math?

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Division is the process of splitting a number into equal parts. For example, if Emily bakes 24 loaves of bread and places them into 4 bags, each bag has 24 ÷ 4 = 6 loaves.

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What is multiplication in math?

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Multiplication is the process of adding a number to itself a certain number of times. For example, 4 x 3 means adding 4 three times: 4 + 4 + 4 = 12.

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What does it mean to collect data?

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Collecting data means gathering information or numbers that can be analyzed to find answers or make decisions.

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What is a total in math?

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A total is the sum of all parts or amounts combined. For example, if you have 3 apples and 2 oranges, the total number of fruits is 3 + 2 = 5.