Two-Part Word Problem — Step by Step

For P3 pupils: a shorter 3-question mission, clear next step, and quick success.
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Warm-Up Round

Word Problem

Read first. Then finish part (a). Then part (b).
2-part question
ReadLook at the question
Part (a)Find the total
Part (b)Find how many more
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Step 1: Read the question carefully.Then do part (a) first. Add both numbers to find the total.
Part (a) first: add both numbers. After that, part (b): bigger number minus smaller number.

Part (a)

Do this first
➕ Find the total. Add both numbers.
?
0 + 0 =
They have items altogether.
Tip: The answer in the equation box and the sentence box should be the same.

Part (b)

Now do this
➖ Find how many more. Bigger number − smaller number.
?
0 0 =
Mia has more items than Aiden.
Tip: Start with the bigger number. Then subtract the smaller number.
Great job!
You found an egg!
A mystery egg reward
Keep going and see what hatches next.
You solved both parts correctly.
You finished all 3 questions.
Working Space
Drag names and numbers onto the model
First, look at the names and numbers on the model.
Drag these cards onto the model.
Drag names and numbers onto the model
First, look at the names and numbers on the model.
Drag these cards onto the model.
Step 1: Read the question, then solve part (a) first.Write or draw here. Use the model to help you.