Word Problems Math Example 1

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Example 1

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Maria had 45 stickers. She gave 12 to her friend and then bought 20 more. How many stickers does she have now?

Solution

  1. 1
    Start with the initial amount: Maria has 45 stickers.
  2. 2
    After giving away 12, subtract: 45−12=3345 - 12 = 33.
  3. 3
    After buying 20 more, add: 33+20=5333 + 20 = 53.

Answer

53 stickers53 \text{ stickers}
Translate each action in the story into a mathematical operation: 'gave away' means subtract, 'bought more' means add. Perform operations in chronological order.

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