📚 Topic Summary
Single-step word problems are math problems that can be solved using only one operation: addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division. They present a scenario and ask you to find a missing piece of information. For Grade 3, these problems focus on building a solid understanding of basic math concepts in a relatable context. By learning to identify what the problem is asking and choosing the correct operation, you'll become a word problem whiz!
🧮 Part A: Vocabulary
Match the word with its definition:
| Word |
Definition |
| 1. Sum |
A. Taking away a number from another. |
| 2. Difference |
B. The answer to a division problem. |
| 3. Product |
C. The result of adding two or more numbers. |
| 4. Quotient |
D. Combining groups to find a total. |
| 5. Addition |
E. The result of multiplying two or more numbers. |
Match the letters to the numbers!
✍️ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Read the paragraph and fill in the missing words.
When solving a word problem, first, read the problem carefully to ________ what it is asking. Next, identify the ________ you need to solve the problem. Choose the correct ________, like addition or subtraction, and then ________ the problem. Finally, write your ________ with the correct units.
Word Bank: solve, operation, answer, information, understand
🤔 Part C: Critical Thinking
Sarah has 15 stickers. She gives 7 stickers to her friend. How many stickers does Sarah have left? Explain how you solved the problem.