Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division word problems

Key notes :

1. Understanding Word Problems

• Definition: Word problems present a mathematical question in a real-life context, requiring students to extract numerical information from text.
• Components: Identify the key information (numbers and operations) and the question being asked.

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2. Types of Word Problems

• Addition Word Problems:
  • Involves combining two or more quantities.
  • Keywords: total, in all, altogether, combined.
  • Example: “Lisa has 15 apples, and her friend gives her 10 more. How many apples does she have now?”
• Subtraction Word Problems:
  • Involves finding the difference between two quantities.
  • Keywords: less, remaining, difference, how many more, how many left.
  • Example: “There were 30 cookies. If 12 were eaten, how many cookies are left?”
• Multiplication Word Problems:
  • Involves repeated addition or groups of equal size.
  • Keywords: times, product, each, total.
  • Example: “A pack contains 6 pencils. If there are 4 packs, how many pencils are there in total?”
• Division Word Problems:
  • Involves splitting a quantity into equal parts or groups.
  • Keywords: divided by, per, quotient, how many in each.
  • Example: “There are 24 candies to share among 6 friends. How many candies does each friend get?”

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