Add Money Word Problems (Up to $1.00)
π΅οΈββοΈ The Receipt Detective. The story will try to confuse you with words, but all you have to do is find the two prices and stack them properly.
Do this: Read the concept below, then try the quiz or activity.
Concept
This is the ultimate test of all your skills combined.
π― The Strategy Checklist: 1. Find Clues: "Find the total cost." "How much did he spend in all?" (ADDITION!). 2. Extract the Money: Find the prices in the text. (Example: $0.35 and $0.48). 3. Stack the Dots: Write them perfectly vertical. $0.35 + $0.48 ------- 4. Carry the Cargo: 5+8=13. Write the 3, carry the 1 to the top of the tens! 1+3+4 = 8. 5. Format the Output: Drop the dot, add the dollar sign. $0.83.
Try it
Print the final receipt!
Instructions: Find the prices. Stack them with the dots aligned. Add carefully!
Mystery 1: Tom went to the book fair. He bought a bookmark for $0.45 and a fancy pencil for $0.35. What is the total cost of his items? $0.45 + $0.35 ------- * (Hint: 5+5=10. Carry the 1!). * Total Cost: ________
Mystery 2: Sarah wants to buy a bouncy ball for $0.55 and a piece of taffy for $0.20. How much money does she spend altogether? * Stack it! (5+0=5. 5+2=7). * Total Cost: ________
Mystery 3: A robot toy costs $0.78. Extra batteries cost $0.15. Total cost? * (Carry the 1! 8+5=13!). * Total Cost: ________