Math Word Problems

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What is a math word problem?

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A math word problem is a question that describes a real-life situation using words, requiring you to use math to find the answer.

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How do you find the total when adding two numbers?

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To find the total, you add the two numbers together.

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If you have 425 magazines and 275 newspapers, how do you find the total number of reading materials?

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You add 425 and 275 to get 700.

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What does it mean to take money out of a bank account?

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It means to withdraw or remove money from your account.

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If Marcy had $84 and took out $39, how do you find out how much she has left?

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You subtract 39 from 84 to find out she has $45 left.

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What is the process to find the total number of items collected?

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You add the number of items collected in different groups.

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If Mrs. Garee picked up 292 shells in the morning and 324 in the afternoon, how do you find the total?

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You add 292 and 324 to get 616 shells.

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What is a colored pencil?

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A colored pencil is a pencil that has colored lead, used for drawing or coloring.

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How do you find out how many more items are needed?

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You subtract the number of items available from the total needed.

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If there are 458 guests and 324 meals, how do you find out how many more meals are needed?

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You subtract 324 from 458 to find that 134 more meals are needed.