math word problems

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What is a math word problem?

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A math word problem is a mathematical question presented in the form of a narrative or story, requiring the reader to extract relevant information and perform calculations to find a solution.

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How do you solve a subtraction word problem?

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Identify the total amount, determine what is being taken away, and subtract the smaller number from the larger number.

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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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Subtract $39 from $84: 84 - 39 = $45.

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What is the formula to find the total number of items?

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Add the quantities of all items together.

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How do you solve an addition word problem?

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Identify the quantities being combined and add them together.

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If Ms. R has 934 colored pencils and 239 are broken, how do you find the number of unbroken pencils?

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Subtract the broken pencils from the total: 934 - 239 = 695.

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What is the monthly salary if James earns $700 weekly?

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Multiply the weekly salary by the number of weeks in a month: 700 x 4 = $2800.

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How do you determine how many more items are needed in a word problem?

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Subtract the number of available items from the total needed.

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

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Subtract the number of meals from the number of guests: 458 - 324 = 134.

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What is the importance of reading a word problem carefully?

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Reading carefully helps to identify key information and understand what calculations are needed to solve the problem.