2nd Grade Word Problems

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a math problem that is written in the form of a story or a real-life situation, requiring you to find a solution using math.

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What does it mean to 'subtract' in math?

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Subtracting means taking one number away from another. For example, in the sentence 5 - 2 = 3, you take 2 away from 5.

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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. For example, 2 + 3 = 5.

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How do you find the total number of items?

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To find the total number of items, you can add the number of items together. For example, if you have 3 apples and 2 oranges, the total is 3 + 2 = 5.

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What is a number sentence?

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A number sentence is a mathematical statement that includes numbers and an operation (like addition or subtraction) to show a relationship.

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What does 'altogether' mean in a word problem?

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'Altogether' means the total amount when everything is combined. It often indicates that you need to add numbers.

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What is the purpose of checking out books in a library?

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Checking out books allows you to borrow books to read at home. The library keeps track of how many books are checked out.

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How do you solve a word problem?

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To solve a word problem, read it carefully, identify the numbers and operations needed, and then write a number sentence to find the answer.

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What does 'how many are left' mean?

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'How many are left' usually refers to finding out what remains after some have been taken away, often requiring subtraction.

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What is the meaning of 'total'?

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The 'total' is the sum or overall amount when you add numbers together.