Mixed Addition and Subtraction Story Problems
Browse 15 Mixed Addition and Subtraction Story Problems worksheets for Grade 2 Math. These Addition worksheets are designed to give students targeted practice and build confidence in math.
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Practice Questions
- Sam had 14 toy cars. He gave 6 to his friend and then got 9 more. How many does he have now?
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- A teacher had 30 pencils. She gave 12 to students. Then she bought 8 more. How many pencils does she have now?
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- Maya collected 23 leaves and found 15 more. How many leaves does she have?
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- There were 50 cookies on a tray. 18 were eaten. How many are left?
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- Liam had 27 marbles and won 14 more. He lost 8. How many marbles does he have now?
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33
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Teaching Notes
This collection helps students discern between addition and subtraction within problem contexts. Encourage visual aids like drawings or bar models to understand the problem before choosing an operation.
Vocabulary
Common Mistakes
- Misidentifying the correct operation (adding instead of subtracting, or vice versa).
- Not showing work or equation used to solve the problem.
- Making calculation errors even after choosing the correct operation.
Differentiation
Discussion Questions
- What clues or keywords in the story helped you decide whether to add or subtract?
- Can you draw a picture or model to represent this problem?
- How is this problem similar to/different from other problems we've solved?
Extension Activities
- Draw pictures for problems.
- Create new story problems.
- Use manipulatives to solve.
Parent Tip
Have your child explain a story problem and why they chose an operation.
Learning Path
Skill Cluster
Problem Solving & Number Operations
Estimated Time
15 minutes