Money word problems

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a math problem that is written in words instead of numbers. It tells a story and asks you to find a solution.

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How do you find the total amount spent?

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To find the total amount spent, add up all the prices of the items bought.

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What is change?

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Change is the money returned to you after you pay for something, if you give more money than the cost.

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How do you calculate change from a $20 bill?

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Subtract the cost of the item from $20 to find out how much change you will get back.

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What does it mean to compare amounts of money?

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To compare amounts of money means to find out which amount is larger or how much more one amount is than another.

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If you buy two items, how do you find the total cost?

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Add the price of the first item to the price of the second item.

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What is the value of a penny?

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A penny is worth 1 cent.

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What is the value of a nickel?

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A nickel is worth 5 cents.

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What is the value of a dime?

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A dime is worth 10 cents.

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What is the value of a quarter?

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A quarter is worth 25 cents.