Solving Word Problems with Regrouping

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Objective

I can solve multi-step word problems involving addition and subtraction with regrouping.

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Key concepts

3 concepts

  1. 1

    The base charge for Sandy's cab ride is $2.50, and it costs an additional $2.50 per mile.

  2. 2

    Sandy's five-mile cab ride costs $15 before the tip is added.

  3. 3

    After paying for the cab and leaving a $1 tip, Sandy will have $4 left from her $20 bill.

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Practice

11 questions

1

What is the total cost of a cab ride if the base charge is $3.00, the per-mile charge is $2.00, and the distance traveled is 7 miles?

2

Maria starts with $30. She spends $12.50 on groceries and $5.75 on a coffee. How much money does Maria have left?

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Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

John buys a sandwich for $7.25 and a drink for $2.75. He pays with a $20 bill and receives some change. He then gives a $3 tip. How much money does John have left?

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