Addition and Subtraction Word Problems

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What is addition?

Back

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

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What is subtraction?

Back

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

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

Back

It asks for the difference in time or amount between two quantities.

Front

If you have 10 apples and you eat 3, how many do you have left?

Back

7 apples.

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

Back

It asks for the additional amount needed to reach a certain total.

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If a store has 50 toys and sells 20, how many toys are left?

Back

30 toys.

Front

What is a word problem?

Back

A word problem is a mathematical problem expressed in words, requiring interpretation to solve.

Front

If you have 5 candies and your friend gives you 3 more, how many do you have now?

Back

8 candies.

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What is the total of 7 and 5?

Back

12.

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If you start with 15 balloons and 5 pop, how many do you have left?

Back

10 balloons.