Math Story Problems

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What is a math story problem?

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A math story problem is a word problem that describes a situation using numbers and asks you to solve it.

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How do you find the total number of items in a story problem?

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You add the numbers together to find the total.

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If you have 67 presents and 22 are on the table, how do you find out how many are in the closet?

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Subtract the number of presents on the table from the total: 67 - 22 = 45.

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What does 'rounding' mean in math?

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Rounding means adjusting a number to make it simpler, often to the nearest ten, hundred, or thousand.

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What is an array in math?

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An array is a way to arrange objects in rows and columns to help with counting and understanding multiplication.

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If one twin has 6 presents and the other twin has 6 presents, how many presents do they have together?

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You add the presents: 6 + 6 = 12.

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What is the equation for adding three groups of four?

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4 + 4 + 4 = 12.

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How do you solve a math story problem?

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Read the problem carefully, identify the numbers, and decide what operation (addition, subtraction, etc.) to use.

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What is the total if you have 37 presents in the closet and 12 presents outside?

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Add them together: 37 + 12 = 49.

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What is the nearest hundred thousand to 149,754?

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100,000.