Addition in Word Problems:

This involves using the addition arithmetic operation to solve real-life scenarios. Word problems require understanding the problem, identifying the quantities to be added, and then applying addition to find the total or combined value.

Example 1:

Liam bought 23 apples and 35 oranges. How many fruits did he buy in total?

Solution:

• Identify the numbers to add:
  • Apples: 23
  • Oranges: 35
• Add the two numbers: 23 + 35 = 58.

Final solution: Liam bought 58 fruits in total.

Example 2:

A library has 245 fiction books and 378 nonfiction books. How many books does the library have in total?

Solution:

• Identify the numbers to add:
  • Fiction books: 24
  • Non-fiction books: 37
• Add the two numbers.
  Step 1: Add the ones place: 5 + 8 = 13. Write down 3 and carry over 1.
  Step 2: Add the tens place: 4 + 7 = 11, then add the carryover: 11+1=12. Write down 2 and carry over 1.
  Step 3: Add the hundreds place: 2+3=5, then add the carryover: 5+1=6.

           245+378=623

Final solution: The library has 623 books in total.

Example 3:

A school raised $43,258 during a fundraiser in January and $21,634 in February. In total, how much money did the school raise?

Solution:

• Identify the numbers to add:
  • January: $443,258
  • February: $221,634
• Add the numbers: 43,258 + 21,634 = 64,892

Final solution: The school raised a total of $64,892.

Why it matters:

Adding numbers is a fundamental math skill that helps solve everyday problems, from calculating expenses to measuring quantities. Mastering addition improves problem-solving, logical thinking, and mental math abilities.

By practicing addition with 2-digit numbers, you can solve real-world problems quickly.