One-Step Word problem addition/subtraction CUBES

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What is a one-step word problem?

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A one-step word problem is a mathematical question that requires a single operation (addition or subtraction) to solve, often presented in a real-world context.

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How do you solve a one-step addition problem?

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To solve a one-step addition problem, identify the two quantities to be added, then perform the addition to find the total.

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How do you solve a one-step subtraction problem?

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To solve a one-step subtraction problem, identify the quantity being taken away from the total, then perform the subtraction to find the remaining amount.

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What operation is used when combining quantities?

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Addition is used when combining quantities.

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What operation is used when finding the remaining quantity after some is taken away?

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Subtraction is used when finding the remaining quantity after some is taken away.

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Example of a one-step addition problem: Harish got 53 dollars and earned 28 more. How much does he have in total?

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81 dollars.

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Example of a one-step subtraction problem: Riley made 64 muffins and gave away 28. How many does she have left?

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36 muffins.

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What is the first step in solving a one-step word problem?

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked.

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Why is it important to identify keywords in word problems?

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Identifying keywords helps determine the operation needed to solve the problem (e.g., 'in all' suggests addition, 'left' suggests subtraction).

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What does the term 'total' usually indicate in a word problem?

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The term 'total' usually indicates that you need to add quantities together.