Key Words for Addition and Subtraction in Word Problems

What is the primary role of keywords in math word problems?

• To solve the problem directly

• To confuse the reader

• To replace numbers in the problem

• To provide hints on whether to add or subtract

If a word problem mentions 'total number', what operation is likely needed?

• Subtraction

• Addition

• Multiplication

• Division

What does the keyword 'remain' suggest in a word problem?

• Addition

• Subtraction

• None of the above

• Multiplication

In the context of word problems, what does 'combined' imply?

• Division

• Subtraction

• Addition

• Multiplication

What operation does 'how many more' suggest in word problems?

• Division

• Subtraction

• Addition

• Multiplication

When encountering the word 'less' in a word problem, you should generally:

• Divide

• Multiply

• Subtract

• Add

What does the keyword 'both' suggest in a math word problem?

• Multiplication

• Addition

• Subtraction

• Division

The word 'difference' in a word problem most likely indicates which operation?

• Multiplication

• Subtraction

• Division

• Addition

What should you do if a keyword seems to mislead the operation needed in a word problem?

• Carefully consider the context of the problem

• Ignore the keyword

• Use the keyword anyway

• Skip the problem

Why is it important to read a word problem carefully beyond identifying keywords?

• Keywords make problems easier to solve

• Keywords replace mathematical operations

• Keywords can sometimes be misleading

• Keywords are always reliable