Addition and Subtraction Word Problems

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What is addition?

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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 is subtraction?

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Subtraction is the process of finding the difference between two numbers by taking one number away from another.

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How do you solve a word problem?

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To solve a word problem, read the problem carefully, identify the numbers and operations needed, and write an equation to find the answer.

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What does 'total' mean in math?

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Total refers to the sum or overall amount when numbers are added together.

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What does 'difference' mean in math?

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Difference refers to the result of subtracting one number from another.

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

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7 apples.

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If you have 50 candies and you buy 20 more, how many candies do you have now?

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70 candies.

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What is a key word that indicates addition in a word problem?

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'Total' or 'combined' are key words that indicate addition.

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What is a key word that indicates subtraction in a word problem?

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'Left' or 'remaining' are key words that indicate subtraction.

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If a store has 200 toys and sells 75, how many toys are left?

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125 toys.