Addition and Subtraction Word Problems

Front

What is addition?

Back

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

Front

What is subtraction?

Back

Subtraction is the process of taking one number away from another to find the difference.

Front

How do you solve a word problem?

Back

Read the problem carefully, identify the numbers and operations needed, and then perform the calculations.

Front

What is a total?

Back

The total is the sum of all parts or numbers combined.

Front

If you have 5 apples and you buy 3 more, how many apples do you have now?

Back

You have 8 apples.

Front

What does 'how much more' mean in a word problem?

Back

It asks for the difference between two amounts.

Front

If a store has 100 candies and sells 25, how many candies are left?

Back

There are 75 candies left.

Front

What is a key word that indicates addition?

Back

The word 'altogether' often indicates addition.

Front

What is a key word that indicates subtraction?

Back

The word 'left' often indicates subtraction.

Front

If you have 10 toys and give away 4, how many toys do you have left?

Back

You have 6 toys left.