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, requiring the reader to extract the necessary information to solve it.

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What operation would you use to find the total number of items?

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You would use addition to find the total number of items.

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What operation would you use to find out how many items are left after some are taken away?

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You would use subtraction to find out how many items are left.

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If a problem states 'each' or 'per', which operation is likely needed?

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Multiplication is likely needed when a problem states 'each' or 'per'.

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What does it mean to 'solve' a word problem?

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To 'solve' a word problem means to find the answer by using mathematical operations based on the information given.

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How do you identify the important information in a word problem?

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You identify important information by reading carefully and looking for numbers, keywords, and what the problem is asking.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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The first step is to understand what the problem is asking you to find.

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What does 'total' mean in a word problem?

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'Total' refers to the sum or overall amount after combining quantities.

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If a problem involves sharing equally, which operation should you use?

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You should use division if a problem involves sharing equally.

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What is an example of a word problem involving addition?

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If Sarah has 3 apples and her friend gives her 2 more, how many apples does she have in total?