Word Problems

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a mathematical question 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 difference between two numbers?

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To find the difference, subtract the smaller number from the larger number.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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What does 'altogether' mean in a math problem?

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'Altogether' means to add up all the quantities or numbers mentioned in the problem.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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If a person practices for 100 minutes and another for 85 minutes, how do you find out how much longer one practiced than the other?

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Subtract the shorter practice time from the longer practice time.

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CCSS.2.NBT.B.7

CCSS.3.NBT.A.2

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What is the total when you add two numbers together?

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The total is the sum of the two numbers.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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How do you determine how many items are left after some are taken away?

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Subtract the number of items taken away from the original number of items.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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What does 'how much taller' mean in a comparison problem?

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'How much taller' means to find the difference in height between two people or objects.

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CCSS.4.MD.A.2

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked and identify the important information.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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What is the importance of units in word problems?

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Units help to clarify what is being measured, such as minutes, pages, or centimeters, and ensure the answer is meaningful.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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How can you check if your answer to a word problem is correct?

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You can check your answer by reviewing the problem, ensuring your calculations are correct, and verifying that your answer makes sense in the context of the problem.