word problem operations

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What does the word 'separate' mean in math problems?

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It often means to divide or put into groups.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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What operation do you use when you see 'how many more' in a word problem?

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Subtract.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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What does 'how much faster' indicate in a comparison problem?

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It indicates subtraction.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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If you want to find the price per pound, what operation do you use?

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Divide.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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What operation do you use to find the total amount when combining items?

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Addition.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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What does the word 'divide' mean?

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To separate into equal parts or groups.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

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What does 'add' mean in math?

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To combine two or more numbers to get a total.

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What does 'subtract' mean?

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To take one number away from another.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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Read the problem carefully and identify key words.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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What does 'multiply' mean?

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To increase a number by another number, often used for groups.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.1