Part Part Whole Word Problems

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What is a part-part-whole word problem?

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A part-part-whole word problem is a type of math problem that involves finding a total when given two parts.

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If Mrs. Bass has 63 candy bars and 21 have peanuts, how do you find the number of plain chocolate bars?

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Subtract the number of peanut bars from the total: 63 - 21 = 42.

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What is the total number of students if there are 12 girls and 15 boys in a class?

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Add the number of girls and boys: 12 + 15 = 27.

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How do you find the total number of coins if there are 28 pennies and 14 dimes?

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Add the number of pennies and dimes: 28 + 14 = 42.

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What operation do you use to find the remaining items when some are taken away?

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You use subtraction.

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What operation do you use to find the total when combining two groups?

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You use addition.

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If Jelly was given 43 vegetables and 27 were carrots, how do you find the number of lettuce pieces?

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Subtract the number of carrots from the total: 43 - 27 = 16.

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What is the first step in solving a part-part-whole problem?

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Identify the two parts and the whole.

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In a word problem, what does 'how many more' usually indicate?

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It indicates that you need to use subtraction.

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What does 'altogether' mean in a word problem?

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It means to find the total by adding.