Math Word Problems - Adding and Subtracting

Front

What is the process of finding the difference between two numbers called?

Back

Subtraction

Front

If the temperature was 80 degrees and it dropped to 50 degrees, how do you find the change in temperature?

Back

Subtract the lower temperature from the higher temperature: 80 - 50 = 30 degrees.

Front

How do you determine how many more items are needed when you have a total and a part?

Back

Subtract the part from the total: Total - Part = More needed.

Front

What is the sum of 39 and 427?

Back

466

Front

If there are 458 guests and 324 meals, how do you find out how many more meals are needed?

Back

Subtract the number of meals from the number of guests: 458 - 324 = 134.

Front

What is the term for the total amount when two or more numbers are combined?

Back

Sum

Front

If Eric has 39 hats, what is the value of Eric's hats?

Back

39 hats.

Front

What is the first step in solving a word problem?

Back

Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked.

Front

What does it mean to 'add' in math?

Back

To combine two or more numbers to get a total.

Front

If you have 50 apples and you give away 20, how many do you have left?

Back

30 apples (50 - 20 = 30).