Word Problems

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem that is presented in the form of a story or real-life scenario, requiring the reader to extract the necessary information to solve it.

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How do you find the total number of items in a word problem?

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To find the total number of items, you need to identify the quantities mentioned in the problem and perform the appropriate mathematical operation, usually addition.

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What does 'difference' mean in a word problem?

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

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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The first step is to read the problem carefully and identify what is being asked.

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How do you solve a problem that involves sharing equally?

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To solve a problem that involves sharing equally, divide the total number of items by the number of groups.

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What does 'greatest number' mean in a word problem?

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'Greatest number' refers to the largest value among a set of numbers.

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How can you check your answer after solving a word problem?

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You can check your answer by reviewing the problem to ensure your solution makes sense and by substituting your answer back into the original problem.

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What is addition?

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Addition is a mathematical operation where two or more numbers are combined to get a larger number.

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What is subtraction?

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Subtraction is a mathematical operation where one number is taken away from another.

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What does 'total' mean in a word problem?

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'Total' refers to the sum or overall amount when combining quantities.