One Step Word Problems - Addition/Subtraction

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What is a one-step word problem?

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A one-step word problem is a math problem that can be solved in one step, usually involving addition or subtraction.

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How do you solve a subtraction word problem?

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To solve a subtraction word problem, identify the total amount, the amount taken away, and subtract the two numbers.

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How do you solve an addition word problem?

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To solve an addition word problem, identify the starting amount and the amount added, then add the two numbers together.

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Marcellous had 48 pieces of candy. He gave 19 pieces to Andrew. How many pieces of candy did Marcellous have left?

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29

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Alessandro has 108 toy cars. He got 17 more. How many cars does he have now?

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125

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Mrs. Verdes has 13 red dresses and 19 blue dresses. How many dresses does she have in total?

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32

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Mrs. Verdes has 74 pairs of Nike Dunks and Ms. Robinson has 59 pairs. How many more does Mrs. Verdes have?

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15

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Elijah had 48 Pokémon cards. He gave 36 to his friends. How many does he have left?

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12

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What is addition?

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Addition is the process of finding the total or sum by combining two or more numbers.

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What is subtraction?

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Subtraction is the process of finding the difference between two numbers by taking one number away from another.