Addition and Subtraction Problems

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Taught by muchomath
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Lesson Summary:

In this lesson, Professor Perez teaches students how to combine addition and subtraction in math problems. He stresses the importance of working left to right, which is crucial in order to get the correct answer. With a series of examples, he shows students how to work through these problems step by step, and encourages them to show their work in a structured manner to help retain the information. By the end of the lesson, students will have a solid understanding of how to approach these types of problems successfully.

Lesson Description:

Combining addition and subtraction in math problems.

Created by and copyright of Larry Perez. Funded by the state of California through Saddleback College. More information on videos, resources, and lessons at Algebra2Go.

Questions answered by this video:
  • How do you add and subtract in the same problem on a number line?
  • Which way do you move on a number line when you add or subtract?
  • Where can I find a bunch of problems on a number line that combine addition and subtraction?
  • Staff Review

    • Currently 4.0/5 Stars.
    This video combines the techniques you have learned in the addition and subtraction videos into one problem. You will learn to work from left to right doing addition / subtraction problems. Several very good problems are done and shown on a number line in this video.