3-Digit Addition/Subtraction Word Problems

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What is 3-digit addition?

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3-digit addition is the process of adding numbers that have three digits, such as 123 + 456.

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What is 3-digit subtraction?

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3-digit subtraction is the process of subtracting one three-digit number from another, such as 789 - 234.

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How do you solve a word problem?

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To solve a word problem, read the problem carefully, identify the numbers and operations needed, and write an equation to find the answer.

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What does 'altogether' mean in a word problem?

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'Altogether' means to combine or add up all the amounts mentioned in the problem.

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What does 'how much longer' mean in a word problem?

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'How much longer' asks for the difference between two amounts, indicating subtraction.

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If Isaac played for 98 minutes and Nicolas for 171 minutes, how do you find the total practice time?

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Add the two times: 98 + 171 = 269 minutes.

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If William rode 253 feet and Kate rode 108 feet, how do you find how much more William rode?

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Subtract Kate's distance from William's: 253 - 108 = 145 feet.

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What is the equation to find out how many high fives were given altogether by Mr. and Mrs. White?

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The equation is 94 + 117 = total high fives.

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If Sally picked 317 apples and Harry picked 129 less, how do you find how many apples Harry picked?

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Subtract 129 from 317: 317 - 129 = 188 apples.

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What is the first step in solving a 3-digit addition problem?

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The first step is to line up the numbers by their place values (hundreds, tens, and ones).