Representing Word Problems

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a mathematical question that is presented in the form of a story or real-life scenario.

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How do you represent a number line in an equation?

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You can represent a number line in an equation by using addition or subtraction to show the relationship between numbers.

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What equation helps find the total when adding numbers?

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The equation is: Total = Number1 + Number2 + Number3.

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What equation helps find the remaining amount after subtraction?

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The equation is: Remaining Amount = Total - Subtracted Amount.

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If you have 150 seashells and 40 are broken, how many are not broken?

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150 - 40 = 110 seashells are not broken.

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What does the equation 457 - 324 = ? represent?

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It represents finding the difference between two numbers.

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What is a strip diagram?

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A strip diagram is a visual representation used to show the parts of a whole, often used in solving word problems.

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How do you determine how many items are left after some are taken away?

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You subtract the number taken away from the total number of items.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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The first step is to read the problem carefully and identify what is being asked.

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What does the equation 623 - 130 - 245 = ? help you find?

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It helps you find how many balloons are orange after subtracting the red and green balloons from the total.