Decimal Addition and Subtraction Word Problem Practice

Front

What does the phrase 'fewer than' indicate in a word problem?

Back

Subtraction.

Front

What operation would you use to find the difference in weight between two bottles of hot sauce?

Back

Subtraction.

Front

If a watering can is on sale for $13.79 and normally priced at $15, how much is saved?

Back

$1.21.

Front

If Jerry bought 6.95 lbs. of jelly beans and 1.75 lbs. were cherry flavor, how many pounds were lime flavor?

Back

5.2 lbs.

Front

Is the subtraction 4 - 1.38 equal to 3.38 correct?

Back

No, she needs to add zeros in her decimal places beside the 4 and regroup.

Front

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

Back

Identify the operation needed (addition or subtraction).

Front

How do you determine which operation to use in a word problem?

Back

Look for keywords like 'more than' (addition) or 'fewer than' (subtraction).

Front

What is the result of adding 2.5 and 3.75?

Back

6.25.

Front

If you have 10.5 and subtract 2.25, what is the result?

Back

8.25.

Front

What is the importance of aligning decimal points when adding or subtracting?

Back

It ensures accuracy in calculations.