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Here are some tips for Basic Word Problems, which aligns with Nevada state standards:
Basic Word Problems
You must know fast addition and subtraction to master this topic.
To review, see the Fast Addition and
Fast Subtraction topics.
Example 1: Addition
Niam has 5 marbles. Sylvia gives him 7 more.
How many total marbles does he have?
marblesNiam starts with 5 marbles.
He gets 7 from Sylvia.
5 + 7 = 12He has a total of 12 marbles now.
Example 2: Subtraction
Niam has 15 marbles. He gives Sylvia 7 marbles.
How many marbles does Niam have left?
marblesNiam starts with 15 marbles.
He gives 7 to Sylvia.
15 - 7 = 8He has 8 marbles left.
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