word problem operations

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What does the word 'separate' mean in math problems?

Back

It often means to divide or put into groups.

Front

What operation do you use when you see 'how many more' in a word problem?

Back

Subtract.

Front

What does 'how much faster' indicate in a comparison problem?

Back

It indicates subtraction.

Front

If you want to find the price per pound, what operation do you use?

Back

Divide.

Front

What operation do you use to find the total amount when combining items?

Back

Addition.

Front

What does the word 'divide' mean?

Back

To separate into equal parts or groups.

Front

What does 'add' mean in math?

Back

To combine two or more numbers to get a total.

Front

What does 'subtract' mean?

Back

To take one number away from another.

Front

What is the first step in solving a word problem?

Back

Read the problem carefully and identify key words.

Front

What does 'multiply' mean?

Back

To increase a number by another number, often used for groups.