Here are the step-by-step solutions for each of the word problems:
Problem 1:
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Start: There are 15 butterflies.
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Action: 7 fly away (this means we subtract).
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Calculation: $15 - 7 = 8$
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Answer: 8 butterflies are left.
Problem 2:
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Start: The shop has 30 basketballs.
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Action: 8 are sold (this means we subtract).
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Calculation: $30 - 8 = 22$
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Answer: 22 basketballs are left.
Problem 3:
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Start: You have 16 teddy bears.
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Action: You gave 8 to your sister (this means we subtract).
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Calculation: $16 - 8 = 8$
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Answer: 8 teddy bears are left with you.
Problem 4:
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Start: There are 6 sheep.
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Action: 12 more come along (this means we add).
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Calculation: $6 + 12 = 18$
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Answer: There are 18 sheep in total.
Problem 5:
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Start: You bought 22 bananas.
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Action: 14 more are bought (this means we add).
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Calculation: $22 + 14 = 36$
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Answer: There are 36 bananas in total.
Final Answer:
1. 8
2. 22
3. 8
4. 18
5. 36
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of first grade word problems worksheet.
