Let's solve each word problem step by step and explain the reasoning.
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Problem 1:
Marie had 16 hotdogs. She ate 4. How many hotdogs does she have left?
Step-by-step solution:
- Marie started with 16 hotdogs.
- She ate 4, so we need to
subtract 4 from 16.
- $ 16 - 4 = 12 $
✔ Answer: 12 hotdogs
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Problem 2:
There are 10 dogs in the yard. 5 more dogs came into the yard. How many dogs are in the yard?
Step-by-step solution:
- There were 10 dogs initially.
- 5 more dogs joined, so we
add 5 to 10.
- $ 10 + 5 = 15 $
✔ Answer: 15 dogs
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Problem 3:
Henry buys 4 shirts on Monday, 4 on Tuesday and 6 on Thursday. How many shirts did he buy?
Step-by-step solution:
- Add the number of shirts bought each day:
- Monday: 4
- Tuesday: 4
- Thursday: 6
- Total: $ 4 + 4 + 6 = 14 $
✔ Answer: 14 shirts
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Problem 4:
Patrick had 19 cats. He gave 6 to Pat and 7 to Pam. How many cats does Patrick have left?
Step-by-step solution:
- Patrick started with 19 cats.
- He gave away 6 + 7 = 13 cats in total.
- Subtract the total given away from the original number:
- $ 19 - 13 = 6 $
✔ Answer: 6 cats
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✔ Final Answers:
| Problem | Answer |
|--------|--------|
| 1 | 12 |
| 2 | 15 |
| 3 | 14 |
| 4 | 6 |
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Working Out (to be filled in the "Workings" column):
1. $ 16 - 4 = 12 $
2. $ 10 + 5 = 15 $
3. $ 4 + 4 + 6 = 14 $
4. $ 19 - (6 + 7) = 19 - 13 = 6 $
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These problems involve basic addition and subtraction within 20, which helps build foundational math skills. Always read carefully to determine whether you're adding (more, total, altogether) or subtracting (left, gave away, took away).
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of addition subtraction word problems worksheet.
