Mixed Word Problems - Up to 100
π΅οΈββοΈ Read like a hawk! Are you combining giant piles of things together, or are things going missing?
Do this: Read the concept below, then try the quiz or activity.
Concept
Let's combine everything we've learned into the ultimate detective test.
π― The Master Sleuth Strategy: 1. Highlight the Numbers: Find the numbers in the story. 2. Find the Action Word: Is it "Total" (Add) or "Difference/Left" (Subtract)? 3. DO NOT TRY AND DO MENTAL MATH! 4. Go over to the side of the paper and STACK the numbers perfectly. 5. Solve using borrowing or carrying!
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Solve the giant mysteries!
Instructions: Read carefully. Stack the numbers on scratch paper. Solve!
Mystery 1: A magical tree grew 48 apples. A windstorm came and blew 19 of them onto the dirt. How many apples are still safe on the tree? * Action: Blowing off (Subtract!) * Stacked: 48 - 19 * Answer: ___ apples.
Mystery 2: The toy store sold 56 bouncy balls on Friday. They sold 37 more bouncy balls on Saturday. What is the total number they sold? * Action: Total (Add!) * Stacked: 56 + 37 * Answer: ___ bouncy balls.
Mystery 3: A train was carrying 92 passengers. At the first stop, 28 people got off. How many people are still on the train? * Stacked: _________ * Answer: ___ people.
Mystery 4: You have 45 stars in your video game. To reach the next level, you need 80 stars. How many more stars do you need? * (Hint: "How many more" means find the difference between 80 and 45! Subtract!). * Answer: ___ stars.