Addition and Subtraction Word Problems

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What is addition?

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

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What is subtraction?

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Subtraction is the process of finding the difference between two numbers by taking one number away from another.

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How do you solve a word problem?

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To solve a word problem, read the problem carefully, identify the numbers and operations needed, and write an equation to find the answer.

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What does 'how many are left' mean in a word problem?

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'How many are left' typically indicates a subtraction problem where you need to find out what remains after some have been taken away.

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What does 'total weight' mean in a word problem?

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'Total weight' refers to the sum of the weights of two or more items.

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If there are 112 ducks and 78 flew away, how do you find the number of ducks left?

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You subtract the number of ducks that flew away from the total number of ducks: 112 - 78 = 34.

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If Addison put $213 into her bank account and took out $137, how do you find the remaining amount?

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You subtract the amount taken out from the amount deposited: 213 - 137 = 76.

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What is a key step in solving a problem about days until an event?

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Identify the current date and the date of the event, then subtract the current date from the event date.

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If there are 245 girls and 15 fewer boys, how do you find the number of boys?

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You subtract 15 from the number of girls: 245 - 15 = 230.

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem expressed in words, requiring interpretation and problem-solving skills.