Subtraction Word Problems without Regrouping

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What is subtraction?

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Subtraction is the process of taking one number away from another. It shows how many are left after some are taken away.

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CCSS.2.NBT.B.7

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What does 'how many more' mean in a word problem?

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'How many more' asks for the difference between two amounts, showing how much larger one amount is compared to another.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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If you have 10 apples and you give away 3, how many apples do you have left?

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7 apples.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a math problem written in words that requires you to use math to find the answer.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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What does 'left' mean in subtraction problems?

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'Left' refers to the amount remaining after some has been taken away.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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If there are 12 birds and 5 fly away, how many birds are still there?

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7 birds.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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What is the first step in solving a subtraction word problem?

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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How do you find the answer to 'How many are left'?

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You subtract the number taken away from the total number.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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If you have 20 candies and eat 6, how many candies do you have now?

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14 candies.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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What is the difference between 15 and 9?

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6.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1