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 total when adding two numbers?

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To find the total, you add the two numbers together. For example, if you have 3 apples and 2 apples, the total is 3 + 2 = 5 apples.

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What does it mean to subtract in a word problem?

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Subtracting means taking one number away from another. For example, if there are 10 birds and 4 fly away, you subtract 4 from 10 to find out how many are left: 10 - 4 = 6.

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How do you solve a word problem involving addition?

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Identify the numbers to be added, write an equation, and then perform the addition. For example, if a bakery has 5 chocolate cakes and 3 vanilla cakes, you add: 5 + 3 = 8 cakes.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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The first step is to read the problem carefully and understand what is being asked.

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What is a key phrase that indicates addition in a word problem?

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Key phrases that indicate addition include 'in total', 'altogether', and 'combined'.

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What is a key phrase that indicates subtraction in a word problem?

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Key phrases that indicate subtraction include 'left', 'remaining', and 'after'.

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How do you check your answer after solving a word problem?

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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.

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If a problem states 'there are 20 apples and 5 are taken away', how would you solve it?

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You would subtract: 20 - 5 = 15 apples remaining.

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What is the total number of cupcakes if there are 381 chocolate and 346 vanilla?

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727 cupcakes (381 + 346 = 727).