1217_DOL_2.4B_Word Problems_Addition

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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 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 situation.

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How do you find the total number of items collected?

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To find the total number of items collected, you add the number of each type of item together.

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If Mark has 47 magnets and 37 postcards, how many items does he have in total?

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84 items (47 + 37 = 84).

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What does it mean to have fewer items?

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To have fewer items means to have a smaller number compared to another person or group.

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If Martha has 53 coins and Sandra has 17 fewer coins, how many coins does Sandra have?

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Sandra has 36 coins (53 - 17 = 36).

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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 involved, and determine what operation to use.

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What is the total amount of food items collected if Mr. Santos' class collected 145 cans, 27 tuna packs, and 9 cereal boxes?

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181 items (145 + 27 + 9 = 181).

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What is the sum of two numbers?

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The sum is the result of adding two or more numbers together.

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If you have 10 apples and you buy 5 more, how many apples do you have now?

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15 apples (10 + 5 = 15).