How to add two numbers up to seven digits word problems
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We are designing this unique and well-organized resource to inspire 4th graders to think out of the box rather than confining their minds entirely to the traditional way of solving word problems, which entails finding the correct answer only.
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Steps on how to solve addition of two numbers up to seven digits word problems
These captivating steps on solving addition of two numbers up to seven digits word problems will particularly thrill your kids in a unique and exciting way.
As a matter of fact, we will provide the basic idea helpful to quickly identify the problem and determine the operation to use. By so doing, your kid's word problems solving skills will be highly elevated.
Most importantly, we will include some exclusive and inspiring real-life examples below for 4th Graders to see how the steps of adding two numbers up to seven digits word problems work.
Step 2: STRATEGIZE AND DETERMINE THE OPERATIONS
To identify the problem, start by reading the word problem very carefully and highlighting facts such as; what the problem wants you to solve, numbers, and important keywords.
- When it comes to addition word problems, you’ll come across one of the keywords below: add, plus, more, total, increase, together/altogether, combined, sum, grow, join, both, etc.
- ***One key Element for learners to understand is that they should not always rely on keywords alone. That is to say; the same keyword can have different meanings in different word problems.
- For this reason, we reiterate on the importance of reading the question very carefully to understand the situation that the word problem is describing, then figure out exactly which operation to use***
Step 2: STRATEGIZE OR GATHER RELEVANT INFORMATION
How will you solve or tackle the problem?
One key thing you should remember is that each word problem may require a different format. Hence, the key points below will enable young math learners to tackle any format however it comes.
- First, the keyword in the word problem will help clarify the operation that you need to carry out.
- On the other hand, know that you must not rely merely on keywords. Insteqd, try to understand the situation that the problem is describing.
- After knowing which operation you will perform, construct short expressions/sentences representing the given word problem. This visual representation of the most vital information will make it easier to solve the word problem.
Step 3: SET UP A NUMBER SENTENCE AND AN EQUATION
- After knowing which operation to perform, construct short phrases to represent the given word problem. This visual representation of the most vital information will make it easier to solve the word problem.
- Then, write down a numerical equation representing the information given in the word problem.
Step 4: SOLVE THE PROBLEM
Now, after writing down the math problem (numerical equation), you can go ahead and solve the problem using any addition method of your choice, preferably the column method. It is equally important always to include the unit of measurement in the final answer.
Step 5: VERIFY YOUR ANSWER
Finally, check your work to make sure that your answer is correct. For instance, estimate the answer and see if it is close to what you expected. However, if the answer is not what you expected, go back to step one and start all over again.
Examples on how to add two numbers up to seven digits word problems
Example One
Step 1:The important numbers here are $785,921 and $1,512,789. The keyword(s) found in the word problem is “how much.”
Step 2:Next, ask yourself, “How can I solve this problem?” You see that the situation the problem is describing and the keyword found in the word problem calls for an addition operation.
Step 3: Now, construct short phrases to represent the given word problem and write down a numerical equation representing the information in the word problem.
- Amount of money the community donated = $785,921.
- Amount of money the charity organization donated = $1,512,789.
- Therefore, the total amount of money donated for the project = the amount donated by the community + the amount donated by the charity organization.
$785,921 + $1,512,789 = ?
Step 4: From step 3 above, stack the values in the equation you formed so that their place values should line up. Then, go ahead and add the values. Also, do not forget always add the unit of measurement to your final answer.
So, $2,298,710 has been donated for the project.
Step 5: Finally, check your work to ensure your answer is correct. For example, estimate the answer and see if it is close to what you expected. However, if the answer is not what you expected, go back to step one and start all over again.
Example two
Step 1:The important numbers here are $2,598,546 and $699,123. The keyword(s) found in the word problem is “altogether.”
Step 2: Next, ask yourself, “How can I solve this problem?” You see that the situation the problem is describing and the keyword found in the word problem calls for an addition operation.
Step 3: Now, construct short phrases to represent the given word problem and write down a numerical equation that represents the information in the word problem.
- Amount of money Joana has in her trust fund = $2,598,546.
- Amount of money Aurora has in her trust fund = $699,123.
- Therefore, the total amount of money they have in their trust fund = the amount of money Aria has in her trust fund + the amount of money Aurora has in her trust fund.
$2,598,546 + $699,123 = ?
Step 4:Last but not least, from step 3 above, stack the values in the equation you formed so that their place values should line up. Then, go ahead and add the values. Also, always add the unit of measurement to your final answer.
So, they have $3,297,669 in their trust fund altogether.
Step 5:Finally, check your work to ensure your answer is correct. For example, estimate the answer and see if it is close to what you expected. However, if the answer is not what you expected, go back to step one and start all over again.
