Adding and Subtracting 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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What does 'total' mean in math?

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The total is the sum of all the numbers added together.

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What does 'difference' mean in math?

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The difference is the result of subtracting one number from another.

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

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5 + 3 = 8 apples.

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

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10 - 4 = 6 candies.

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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.

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How do you solve a word problem?

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1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the numbers involved. 3. Determine if you need to add or subtract. 4. Write the equation. 5. Solve the equation.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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The first step is to read the problem carefully.

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What is the equation for finding the total of 12, 25, 98, and 654?

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12 + 25 + 98 + 654 = 789.

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