Word Problem Key Vocabulary
Words That Lead to Addition Sum More than Gain Raised Increased Plus Altogether
Words That Lead to Subtraction Decreased Less Difference Minus How many more
Words that lead to Multiplication Of Times Multiplied by Product Total
Words that Lead to Subtraction Per Quotient Divided by Ratio
What operation? Identify and highlight the key words that reveal the necessary operation.
What operation? Mary ran 2 ¾ miles on Monday, 3 3/8 miles on Wednesday, and 1 5/8 miles on Friday. How many miles did Mary run altogether?
What operation? From a 100-pound bag of cement, Fred used 44 ½ pounds to make concrete. How much cement was left in the bag?
What operation? One foot of water weighs 4 ¾ pounds. How much do 3 1/5 feet of water weigh?
What operation? One foot of water weighs 4 ¾ pounds. How much do 3 1/5 feet of water weigh?