Measurement Word Problems

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What is measurement?

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Measurement is the process of determining the size, length, or amount of something, usually using standard units.

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem that is presented in the form of a story or real-life scenario.

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How do you solve a measurement word problem?

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1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the information given. 3. Determine what is being asked. 4. Choose the correct operation (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division). 5. Solve the problem.

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What is subtraction?

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Subtraction is a mathematical operation that represents the process of taking one quantity away from another.

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If you have 13 liters of paint and spill 7 liters, how many liters do you have left?

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6 liters.

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What is division?

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Division is a mathematical operation that represents the process of splitting a quantity into equal parts.

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If a grocer has 70 kg of oranges and splits them into 7 bags, how many kg are in each bag?

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10 kg.

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What is addition?

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Addition is a mathematical operation that represents the process of combining two or more quantities.

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What is multiplication?

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Multiplication is a mathematical operation that represents the process of adding a number to itself a certain number of times.

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What does 'liters' measure?

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Liters measure volume, which is the amount of space an object or substance occupies.