Mixed Word Problems - Up to $1.00
πΊοΈ The Final Financial Exam. Are you being paid? Or are you buying things? Hunt the clues to find the correct math.
Do this: Read the concept below, then try the quiz or activity.
Concept
This is the exact same logic adults use to manage their personal checking accounts.
π― The Sleuth Checklist: 1. Highlight the Numbers: Find the prices in the text. 2. Find the Universe Clue: * "Total, earned, gave him, altogether" -> PLUS (+). * "Spent, difference, change, lost, gave away" -> MINUS (-). 3. Stack properly: Always put the biggest number on top. Align the dots. 4. Solve & Format!
Try it
Audit the bank account!
Instructions: Look for the + or - clues! Stack the numbers and solve.
Mystery 1: Sarah had $0.95 in her pocket. She accidentally dropped $0.40 through a crack in the sidewalk. How much money does she have left? * Clue: "Dropped/Left" = MINUS (-) * Stacked: $0.95 - $0.40 * Answer: $_.___
Mystery 2: Tim worked hard all day. His mom paid him $0.50 for cleaning his room, and his dad paid him $0.45 for washing the dog. How much money did he earn in total? * Clue: "Earned/Total" = PLUS (+) * Stacked: 50 + 45 * Answer: $_.___
Mystery 3: A toy costs $0.80. A pencil costs $0.15. How much MORE does the toy cost than the pencil? * Clue: "How much MORE (Comparing!)" = MINUS (-) * Answer: $_.___
Mystery 4: You have $0.35. Your friend hands you $0.25. Total amount? * Answer: $_.___
Cash Register
Tap the money below to pay exactly $0.85! Click a coin in the tray to remove it.