Using Bar Models: Addition and Subtraction

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What is a bar model?

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A bar model is a visual representation used to show numbers and their relationships in addition and subtraction problems.

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When do we use addition?

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We use addition when we want to find the total of two or more numbers.

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When do we use subtraction?

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We use subtraction when we want to find out how many are left after taking some away.

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If Jim made 462 sandwiches and 156 are tuna, how do we find out how many chicken sandwiches he made?

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We subtract: 462 - 156 = 306 chicken sandwiches.

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Mr. McQuerry had 776 juice boxes and sold 102. How do we find out how many he has now?

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We subtract: 776 - 102 = 674 juice boxes.

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What is the total number of flowers if there are 124 pink flowers and 32 white flowers?

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We add: 124 + 32 = 156 flowers.

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What does it mean to 'add'?

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To add means to combine two or more numbers to get a larger number.

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What does it mean to 'subtract'?

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To subtract means to take one number away from another.

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If a bar model shows two groups being combined, what operation is being used?

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Addition.

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If a bar model shows one group being taken away from another, what operation is being used?

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Subtraction.