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, often used in addition and subtraction.

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What does addition mean?

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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 does subtraction mean?

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

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How do you know if you should add or subtract?

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You should add when you are combining amounts and subtract when you are taking away.

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What is the number sentence for 272 baseball cards minus 137 baseball cards?

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272 - 137 = ?

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If Tom has 175 baseball cards and gets 67 more, how do we find out how many he has now?

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We add: 175 + 67 = 242.

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What is the total number of flowers if there are 157 pink, 29 white, and 300 purple flowers?

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157 + 29 + 300 = 486 flowers.

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What is the first step in solving a bar model problem?

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Identify whether you need to add or subtract based on the question.

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What does it mean if a bar model shows two bars combined?

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It means you should add the numbers represented by the bars.

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What does it mean if a bar model shows one bar being taken away from another?

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It means you should subtract the numbers represented by the bars.