Word Problems strategies

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What does the word 'fewer' mean in math?

Back

It means subtraction or a smaller quantity.

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What is the appropriate number sentence for the problem: Chris earned 17 stickers and got 3 more?

Back

17 + 3 = 20

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Amani had 297 old marbles, bought 468 new ones, lost 15 old marbles, and then lost half in a tornado. How many marbles did she lose?

Back

375 marbles

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Why do we learn different strategies to solve math problems?

Back

There is more than one way to solve a problem.

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Steven had 114 pokemon cards, kept 10, and shared the rest with 8 friends. How many cards did each friend receive?

Back

13 cards

Front

What is a word problem in math?

Back

A mathematical question presented in a narrative form.

Front

What is the first step in solving a word problem?

Back

Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked.

Front

What does 'total' mean in a math context?

Back

It refers to the sum or overall amount.

Front

How do you determine the operation needed for a word problem?

Back

Identify keywords that indicate addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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What is the importance of estimating in word problems?

Back

Estimation helps to check if the answer is reasonable.