Christmas Math

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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 taking one number away from another.

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When do you use addition?

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You use addition when you want to combine amounts or find a total.

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When do you use subtraction?

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You use subtraction when you want to find the difference or take away from a total.

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What is the symbol for addition?

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The symbol for addition is +.

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What is the symbol for subtraction?

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The symbol for subtraction is -.

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

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You would add: 5 + 3 = 8 apples.

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If you have 10 candies and you give away 4, how many do you have left?

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You would subtract: 10 - 4 = 6 candies.

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What is a word problem in math?

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A word problem is a math question written in words that requires you to use math to find the answer.

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How do you decide whether to add or subtract in a word problem?

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Look for keywords: 'total' or 'combined' usually means add, while 'left' or 'remaining' usually means subtract.