Number & Operations for Teachers 

    Copyright David & Cynthia Thomas, 2009

 

Chapter/Section

Chapter Two: Whole Numbers & Integers: Addition & Subtraction

2.3  Writing Sensible Word Problems  

Objective

Write word problems that motivate addition and subtraction of whole numbers and integers.

Overview

Students of all ages should solve word problems (and related inverse problems) on a regular basis.  As a teacher, you must be prepared to create word problems that

·        Are situated in contexts and situations familiar to children;

·        Avoid use of ambiguous and/or confusing language; and

·        Avoid unconventional, unrealistic, or nonsensical uses of numbers and/or operations.

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Word Problems

Homework

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