Let's solve each word problem step by step:
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1) Sara ate 3 slices of pizza. Jack ate 5. How many slices of pizza did they eat altogether?
- Sara: 3 slices
- Jack: 5 slices
- Total = 3 + 5 =
8 slices
✔ Answer: 8
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2) John has 3 pairs of black socks, 4 of white and 2 of blue socks. How many pairs of socks does he have in all?
- Black: 3 pairs
- White: 4 pairs
- Blue: 2 pairs
- Total = 3 + 4 + 2 =
9 pairs
✔ Answer: 9
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3) There are 35 apples on the tree and 23 on the ground. How many apples are there in all?
- On the tree: 35
- On the ground: 23
- Total = 35 + 23 =
58 apples
✔ Answer: 58
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4) There are 5 cows, 3 sheep and 14 goats at a farm. How many animals are there in all?
- Cows: 5
- Sheep: 3
- Goats: 14
- Total = 5 + 3 + 14 =
22 animals
✔ Answer: 22
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✔ Final Answers:
1)
8
2)
9
3)
58
4)
22
These are basic addition problems where we combine quantities to find the total. Each solution involves adding the given numbers together.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of addition problem solving worksheet for.