Let's solve each word problem step by step:
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1. This week, Sam's toy shop made 25 toy cars, 8 spinning tops and 10 dolls. How many toys did Sam's toy shop make this week?
To find the total number of toys made, add all the items together:
- Toy cars: 25
- Spinning tops: 8
- Dolls: 10
Add them:
25 + 8 = 33
33 + 10 =
43
✔ Answer: 43 toys
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2. In the mysterious jungle, there are 15 cheeky monkeys, 23 cunning foxes and 14 grizzly bears. How many animals are there in the mysterious jungle?
Add all the animals:
- Monkeys: 15
- Foxes: 23
- Bears: 14
Add them:
15 + 23 = 38
38 + 14 =
52
✔ Answer: 52 animals
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3. At Kate's bakery, there are 12 cupcakes, 38 cookies and 24 donuts for sale today. How many items are there today?
Add all the baked goods:
- Cupcakes: 12
- Cookies: 38
- Donuts: 24
Add them:
12 + 38 = 50
50 + 24 =
74
✔ Answer: 74 items
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✔ Final Answers:
1.
43 toys
2.
52 animals
3.
74 items
These problems involve simple addition of three numbers, which is a common skill in Grade 2 math. The key is to carefully read the question and add all the given quantities together.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of solving word problems worksheet.