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

Back

8 apples.

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

Back

6 candies.

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What does 'altogether' mean in math problems?

Back

'Altogether' means to find the total amount after adding or combining numbers.

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How do you solve a word problem?

Back

1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the numbers involved. 3. Decide if you need to add or subtract. 4. Solve the problem.

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What is a word problem?

Back

A word problem is a math problem that is written in the form of a story or sentence.

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If there are 15 birds in a tree and 5 fly away, how many are left?

Back

10 birds.

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What is the total of 7 and 8?

Back

15.

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If you have 20 stickers and you lose 5, how many stickers do you have now?

Back

15 stickers.