Solving word problems
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Key learning points
- In this lesson, we will using our knowledge of calculation strategies to solve word problems.
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3 Questions
Q1.
Using the strategy, count back in tens, complete the equation: 43 - 20 =
20
43
Q2.
59 + ? = 72
50
7
Q3.
? = 32 - 20
20
32
3 Questions
Q1.
12 people were on the bus and another 13 people got on. How many people are on the bus now?
12
13
Q2.
Chocolate bars normally cost 25p but the shop has increased the price by 18p. How much do they cost now?
18p
25p
Q3.
Mrs Crane reads 36 pages of her book at lunchtime and 29 pages at the end of the day. How many pages of the book has she read?
29
66