Let’s solve each problem one by one. We’ll think through what the question is asking, decide if we need to add or subtract, and then do the math carefully.
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Problem 1:
Marie had 16 hotdogs. She ate 4. How many hotdogs does she have left?
→ She started with 16.
→ She ate 4 — that means she has fewer now.
→ So we subtract: 16 - 4 = 12
✔ Answer for #1:
12
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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?
→ Start with 10 dogs.
→ 5 more came — so we’re adding them.
→ 10 + 5 = 15
✔ Answer for #2:
15
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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?
→ He bought shirts on three days.
→ Add them all up: 4 (Monday) + 4 (Tuesday) + 6 (Thursday)
→ First, 4 + 4 = 8
→ Then, 8 + 6 = 14
✔ Answer for #3:
14
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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?
→ He started with 19.
→ Gave away 6 → subtract 6
→ Then gave away 7 → subtract 7 more
→ First: 19 - 6 = 13
→ Then: 13 - 7 = 6
Alternatively, you can add how many he gave away first: 6 + 7 = 13, then 19 - 13 = 6
✔ Answer for #4:
6
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Final Answer:
1. 12
2. 15
3. 14
4. 6
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of worksheet addition and subtraction word.
