Problem Solving

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What is problem solving?

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Problem solving is the process of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues.

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem that is presented in the form of a story or real-life scenario.

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What does it mean to add numbers?

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Adding numbers means to combine two or more quantities to find a total.

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What does it mean to subtract numbers?

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Subtracting numbers means to take one quantity away from another to find the difference.

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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 + or -) to show a relationship.

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How do you find the total when combining two groups?

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To find the total when combining two groups, you add the number of items in each group.

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What is the difference in a subtraction problem?

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

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What is a solution in math?

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A solution is the answer to a problem or equation.

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What does 'how many more' mean in a word problem?

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'How many more' asks for the difference between two quantities.

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What is a mathematical operation?

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A mathematical operation is a calculation that combines numbers, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.