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What is subtraction?

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Subtraction is the process of taking one number away from another. For example, 10 - 3 = 7.

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What is addition?

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Addition is the process of combining two or more numbers to get a total. For example, 4 + 5 = 9.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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What does 'fewer' mean?

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'Fewer' means a smaller number of something. For example, if you have 5 apples and someone takes 2, you have fewer apples.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

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How do you find out how many are left after losing some?

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To find out how many are left, subtract the number lost from the original number. For example, if you have 20 pets and lose 7, you do 20 - 7 = 13.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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What is a word problem in math?

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A word problem is a math question that is written in words instead of numbers. It often describes a real-life situation.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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How do you solve a word problem?

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To solve a word problem, read it carefully, identify the numbers and operations needed, and then perform the calculations.

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CCSS.1.OA.C.6

CCSS.2.OA.B.2

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What is the total when you add two numbers?

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The total is the result you get when you add two or more numbers together. For example, the total of 3 and 4 is 7.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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What does 'more' mean in math?

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'More' means an increase in quantity. For example, if you have 5 candies and get 3 more, you now have 8 candies.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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How do you find out how many more you need?

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To find out how many more you need, subtract the amount you have from the total needed. For example, if you need 10 and have 4, you do 10 - 4 = 6.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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What is a number line?

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A number line is a straight line with numbers placed at equal intervals. It helps visualize addition and subtraction.

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CCSS.2.MD.B.6