One Step Word Problems

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What is a one-step word problem?

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A one-step word problem is a math problem that can be solved in one simple operation, such as addition or subtraction.

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How do you solve a subtraction word problem?

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To solve a subtraction word problem, identify the total amount, the amount given away, and subtract the two to find the remaining amount.

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How do you solve an addition word problem?

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To solve an addition word problem, identify the amounts being combined and add them together to find the total.

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What is the total in a word problem?

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The total is the sum of all parts in a problem, representing the whole amount before any are taken away.

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What does 'left' mean in a word problem?

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'Left' refers to the amount remaining after some has been taken away or given away.

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If Maria bakes 15 cupcakes and gives 12 away, how many cupcakes does she have left?

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3 cupcakes.

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If Todd has 16 pieces of candy and gives 12 away, how many pieces does he have left?

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4 pieces.

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If Juan picks 13 flowers and gives 7 away, how many flowers does he have left?

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6 flowers.

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If Mel gets 7 points and Jessie gets 8 points, how many points do they have together?

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15 points.

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If Jill collects 9 seashells and then collects 5 more, how many shells does she have now?

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14 shells.