There were 10 apples in a basket. Mom used 4 apples for a pie. Then Dad put 2 more apples into the basket. How many apples are in the basket now?

Q: What will my child learn in "Subtract Then Add Word Problems"?

Sometimes you start by subtracting, and then you add. Make sure you do the steps in the right order from the story. This 1st Grade Math lesson builds the skill Solving Add-Subtract and Subtract-Add Problems with a concept card and practice.

Q: What grade level is "Subtract Then Add Word Problems" for?

"Subtract Then Add Word Problems" is a 1st Grade Math lesson in the Extension: Two-Step Word Problems unit, designed for students around ages 6-7.

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This lesson includes 20 practice questions with instant feedback. Guests can try a few for free, and signed-in learners get the full adaptive set that adjusts to their level.

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Question

There were 10 apples in a basket. Mom used 4 apples for a pie. Then Dad put 2 more apples into the basket. How many apples are in the basket now?

Accepted Answer

8