Word problems

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a math problem that is written in words instead of numbers. It describes a situation that requires solving a math equation.

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How do you solve a word problem?

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To solve a word problem, read the problem carefully, identify the important information, decide what math operation to use, and then solve the equation.

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What does 'total' mean in math?

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The 'total' is the sum of all the numbers or amounts combined together.

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What is subtraction?

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Subtraction is a math operation that means taking one number away from another.

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

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You have 7 apples left.

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What is addition?

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Addition is a math operation that means combining two or more numbers to get a larger number.

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If you have 5 candies and you get 3 more, how many do you have now?

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You have 8 candies now.

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What does 'left' mean in a word problem?

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

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What is a clock used for?

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A clock is used to tell time.

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If the clock shows 11:30, what time is it?

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It is half past eleven.