Solve Addition and Subtraction Word Problems Within 20

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What is addition?

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Addition is the process of finding the total or sum by combining two or more numbers.

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What is subtraction?

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Subtraction is the process of finding the difference between two numbers by taking one number away from another.

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If Jen has 6 cats and Nate has 5 cats, how many cats do they have altogether?

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11

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Ben had some t-rex stickers. He took 7 off and now has 12. How many did he have before?

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19

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Simone has 8 more shoes than Dre, who has 12 shoes. How many shoes does Simone have?

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20

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Kate made 14 cookies, 7 of which are peanut butter. How many oatmeal cookies did she make?

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7

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What is a word problem in math?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem expressed in words, requiring interpretation and problem-solving.

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What does 'altogether' mean in a math problem?

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'Altogether' means the total amount when combining quantities.

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What is a number sentence?

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A number sentence is a mathematical statement that includes numbers and operations, like addition or subtraction.

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What does 'more than' indicate in a math problem?

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'More than' indicates addition, meaning you need to add a certain amount to a given number.