One Step Word Problems

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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 simple operation, such as 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 being taken away, and subtract the second number from the first.

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How do you solve an addition word problem?

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To solve an addition word problem, identify the two amounts being combined and add them together.

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If Todd has 16 pieces of candy and gives away 12, how many does he have left?

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4

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If Maria bakes 15 cupcakes and gives away 12, how many cupcakes are left?

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3

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If Jill collects 9 seashells and then collects 5 more, how many shells does she have now?

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14

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If a class gets 15 points and then gets 12 more points, how many total points do they have?

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27

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If there are 18 children on a bus and 4 get off, how many children are left on the bus?

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14

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What operation do you use when you give something away in a word problem?

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Subtraction.

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What operation do you use when you collect or add more in a word problem?

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Addition.