3rd Grade Word Problems @WCE

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem that is presented in the form of a story or real-life scenario, requiring the reader to extract the relevant information to solve it.

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How do you find the total number of items sold?

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To find the total number of items sold, you add the number of items sold by each person or group together.

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What is multiplication?

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Multiplication is a mathematical operation that represents the total of one number added to itself a certain number of times.

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What is addition?

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Addition is a mathematical operation where two or more numbers are combined to get a total.

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How do you solve a multi-step word problem?

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To solve a multi-step word problem, read the problem carefully, identify the steps needed, perform calculations in the correct order, and check your work.

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What does 'total' mean in math?

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In math, 'total' refers to the sum or overall amount obtained by adding numbers together.

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What is a variable in an equation?

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A variable is a symbol, often a letter, that represents an unknown number in an equation.

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How do you calculate the remaining amount after using some?

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To calculate the remaining amount after using some, subtract the amount used from the original amount.

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What is the equation to find the total number of cookies if each bag has a certain number?

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The equation is: Total cookies = Number of bags × Cookies per bag.

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What is the importance of reading a word problem carefully?

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Reading a word problem carefully is important to understand what is being asked and to identify the relevant information needed to solve it.