Let’s solve each problem step by step.
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Problem 1:
John buys 12 pencils one week and 7 the following week.
So first, add them:
12 + 7 =
19 pencils total
Then he gives 3 to his friend.
Subtract:
19 - 3 =
16 pencils left
✔ Final Answer for #1:
16
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Problem 2:
Lydia starts with 15 marbles.
She loses 3 on the way → 15 - 3 =
12
Then she loses 4 in the house → 12 - 4 =
8
✔ Final Answer for #2:
8
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Problem 3:
Asif has 12 biscuits.
He gives away 6 → 12 - 6 =
6 left
Then he buys another packet of 12 → 6 + 12 =
18
✔ Final Answer for #3:
18
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Problem 4:
Amina collects 23 leaves.
Gives 6 to brother → 23 - 6 =
17
Gives 8 to sister → 17 - 8 =
9
✔ Final Answer for #4:
9
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Final Answer:
1. 16
2. 8
3. 18
4. 9
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of two step word problems 2nd grade worksheet.
