3.4A +/- WORD PROBLEMS

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What is a word problem in math?

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A word problem is a mathematical question that is presented in the form of a story or real-life scenario, requiring interpretation and problem-solving.

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How do you determine if you have enough money to buy items?

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Add the costs of the items together and compare the total to the amount of money you have.

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If you read 272 pages on one day and 114 pages less on another, how do you find out how many pages you read on the second day?

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Subtract 114 from 272 to find the number of pages read on the second day.

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What is the total number of items when combining two collections?

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Add the number of items in each collection together.

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How do you find the total number of tickets sold for multiple movies?

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Add the number of tickets sold for each movie together.

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If you read for 55 minutes one day and 37 minutes less the previous day, how do you find out how long you read the previous day?

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Subtract 37 from 55 to find the reading time for the previous day.

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What is addition?

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Addition is the mathematical operation of combining two or more numbers to get a total.

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What is subtraction?

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Subtraction is the mathematical operation of taking one number away from another.

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What does 'total' mean in math?

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Total refers to the sum or overall amount when combining numbers.

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What is a mathematical equation?

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A mathematical equation is a statement that shows the equality of two expressions, often using an equals sign.