Making Change Word Problems

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What is making change?

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Making change is the process of calculating how much money you receive back after paying for something.

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CCSS.4.MD.A.2

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How do you calculate change?

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To calculate change, subtract the total cost of items from the amount paid.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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If you buy something for $10 and pay with a $20 bill, how much change do you get?

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$10

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CCSS.4.MD.A.2

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What is the total cost if you buy two items for $5 each?

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$10

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3

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If you have $50 and spend $30, how much money do you have left?

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$20

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CCSS.4.MD.A.2

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What is a bill?

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A bill is a piece of paper money used to pay for goods and services.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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If you buy a toy for $15 and pay with a $20 bill, how much change do you get?

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$5

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CCSS.4.MD.A.2

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What is a receipt?

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A receipt is a document that shows what you bought and how much you paid.

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CCSS.RI.2.7

CCSS.RI.4.7

CCSS.RL.2.7

CCSS.RL.3.7

CCSS.RL.4.7

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If you spend $7.50 on lunch and pay with a $10 bill, how much change do you get?

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$2.50

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CCSS.4.MD.A.2

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What does 'total cost' mean?

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Total cost is the sum of all items you buy.

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3