Word Problems Key Words

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What operation do these words help you solve? (e.g., total, sum)

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addition

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

Front

What operation do these words help you solve? (e.g., difference, less)

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subtraction

Tags

CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

Front

What does 'total' mean in a word problem?

Back

The total is the sum of all parts.

Tags

CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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What does 'difference' mean in a word problem?

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

Front

If you see the word 'more' in a problem, what operation should you use?

Back

addition

Tags

CCSS.2.OA.A.1

Front

If you see the word 'fewer' in a problem, what operation should you use?

Back

subtraction

Tags

CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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What does 'altogether' mean in a word problem?

Back

It means to add all the numbers together.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

Front

What does 'left' mean in a word problem?

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It often indicates subtraction, showing what remains.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

Front

If a problem says 'how many more', what operation do you use?

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subtraction

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

Front

If a problem says 'how many in total', what operation do you use?

Back

addition

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1