Addition word problems

An addition word problem is a mathematical problem that involves adding two or more numbers to find the total sum or quantity. These types of problems require students to use both their math and reading comprehension skills to understand the problem and develop a strategy to solve it.

The ability to solve addition word problems is an important skill for students to develop as it allows them to apply their math knowledge in real-life situations. For instance, students may need to use addition word problems when shopping, cooking, or calculating distances while traveling.

An example of an addition word problem could be: “If Tom has 10 apples and Sarah gives him 4 more, how many apples does he have in total?” To solve this addition word problem, students must add the two quantities together, in this case 10 and 4, to find the total amount of apples that Tom has, which is 14.