Mastering Word Problems in Addition and Subtraction

What is the first step in solving word problems according to the video?

• Count the items mentioned in the problem

• Draw a picture of the problem

• Read the problem carefully

• Circle the correct operation

How many total balloons does Matt have?

• 6

• 11

• 10

• 5

What operation is used to find the total number of balloons?

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

• Addition

• Division

What clue word indicates that an addition problem is being solved?

• Subtract

• Total

• Less

• Left over

What should you do if you see the word 'total' in a word problem?

• Add the numbers

• Multiply the numbers

• Divide the numbers

• Subtract the numbers

What is the correct total when adding 5 blue balloons and 6 purple balloons?

• 11

• 12

• 10

• 9

How many pizzas were left over after the children ate?

• 5

• 7

• 6

• 12

What operation is used to find out how many pizzas were left over?

• Division

• Multiplication

• Subtraction

• Addition

What clue word suggests a subtraction problem is being solved?

• Total

• Sum

• Left over

• Combine

After eating 7 pizzas out of 12, how many are left?

• 12

• 6

• 5

• 7