Let's solve each of the
mixed word problems step by step and explain the reasoning behind each solution.
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Problem 1:
> There are 36 children in class one, 8 more joined. How many children are there in class one?
Step-by-step:
- Initial number of children = 36
- Number of children who joined = 8
- Total children now = 36 + 8 =
44
✔ Answer: 44
> The addition is shown in the image as:
> ```
> 36
> + 8
> ----
> 44
> ```
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Problem 2:
> There are 34 birds on a tree. 5 birds laid eggs. How many did not lay eggs?
Step-by-step:
- Total birds = 34
- Birds that laid eggs = 5
- Birds that did
not lay eggs = 34 - 5 =
29
✔ Answer: 29
> This is a subtraction problem:
> 34 - 5 = 29
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Problem 3:
> There are 40 cars on the road. 13 more drive into the road. How many cars are there on the road now?
Step-by-step:
- Initial cars = 40
- Cars added = 13
- Total cars now = 40 + 13 =
53
✔ Answer: 53
> Addition:
> 40 + 13 = 53
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Problem 4:
> A book contains 98 pages. Arun read 74 pages. How many pages does he have to read now?
Step-by-step:
- Total pages = 98
- Pages read = 74
- Pages left to read = 98 - 74 =
24
✔ Answer: 24
> Subtraction:
> 98 - 74 = 24
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Problem 5:
> Mona has 32 pens. She gives 9 pens to Amit. How many pens does she have now?
Step-by-step:
- Pens initially = 32
- Pens given away = 9
- Pens left = 32 - 9 =
23
✔ Answer: 23
> Subtraction:
> 32 - 9 = 23
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✔ Final Answers:
| Problem | Answer |
|--------|--------|
| 1 | 44 |
| 2 | 29 |
| 3 | 53 |
| 4 | 24 |
| 5 | 23 |
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📌 Summary:
These are
basic addition and subtraction word problems involving real-life situations.
The key is to identify whether we are
adding (joining, increasing) or
subtracting (giving away, remaining).
Let me know if you'd like these written in a formatted worksheet style or with visual diagrams!
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of subtraction word problems worksheet for grade 1.
