Word Problems with Addition and Subtraction — Flashcards

Grade 2 · Math · Flashcards

Master word problem strategies and vocabulary with these 2nd grade flashcards.

Flashcards

What is a word problem?: A math question told as a story or real-life situation
Addition clue: 'in all': Add the numbers together to find the total
Subtraction clue: 'how many left': Subtract to find the remaining amount
What does 'sum' mean?: The answer when you add two or more numbers
What does 'difference' mean?: The answer when you subtract one number from another
Clue words for adding: total, sum, in all, altogether, both, more, combined, added
Clue words for subtracting: left, fewer, less, difference, take away, how many more, remain
First step in a word problem: Read carefully and identify what the question is asking
How to check your answer: Re-read the problem and make sure your answer makes sense
Solve: Tom has 20 apples, gives away 8. How many left?: 20 - 8 = 12 apples
Solve: There are 14 boys and 11 girls. How many students in all?: 14 + 11 = 25 students
What can you draw to help solve a word problem?: A picture, diagram, or number line to visualize the problem