Math Problems

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What is subtraction?

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Subtraction is the mathematical operation of finding the difference between two numbers. It involves taking one number away from another.

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If you have 48 stickers and give away 20, how do you find out how many you have left?

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You subtract the number of stickers given away (20) from the total number of stickers (48). 48 - 20 = 28.

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What is the result of 35 apples minus 19 apples?

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The result is 16 apples left. 35 - 19 = 16.

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How do you determine the number of non-fiction books if there are 47 books total and 26 are fiction?

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You subtract the number of fiction books (26) from the total number of books (47). 47 - 26 = 21 non-fiction books.

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What is the process to find out how much money Jack has left after spending?

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You subtract the amount spent (29 dollars) from the total amount saved (45 dollars). 45 - 29 = 16 dollars left.

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If there are 50 apples and 39 are red, how do you find the number of green apples?

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You subtract the number of red apples (39) from the total number of apples (50). 50 - 39 = 11 green apples.

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What is the definition of 'difference' in math?

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The difference is the result of subtracting one number from another.

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What does it mean to 'give away' in a math problem?

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To 'give away' means to subtract that amount from the total you have.

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How can you check your subtraction answer?

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You can check your subtraction by adding the difference to the number you subtracted to see if it equals the original number.

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What is a word problem in math?

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A word problem is a mathematical question presented in a narrative form, requiring interpretation and problem-solving.