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2nd Grade Contextual Math Problems

The document presents a 2nd grade contextual math problem involving addition, subtraction, and multiplication. [1] Julian bought 7 bags of skittles and Yesi bought 8 more bags. [2] Julian spent $21 and Yesi spent $24 more. [3] They shared their skittles with 5 classmates. The problem then asks 5 questions related to the information provided.

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2nd Grade Contextual Math Problems

The document presents a 2nd grade contextual math problem involving addition, subtraction, and multiplication. [1] Julian bought 7 bags of skittles and Yesi bought 8 more bags. [2] Julian spent $21 and Yesi spent $24 more. [3] They shared their skittles with 5 classmates. The problem then asks 5 questions related to the information provided.

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Contextual Math Problem

Grade Level: 2nd grade


Ability level: Students will have the capacity to solve contextual word problems by adding,
subtracting, and multiplying.
TEKS: (4). Number and operations. The student applies mathematical process standards to
develop and use strategies and methods for whole number computations in order to solve
addition and subtraction problems with efficiency and accuracy. The student is expected to.

(B) add up to four two-digit numbers and subtract two-digit numbers using mental
strategies and algorithms based on knowledge of place value and properties of
operations. 


(6) Number and operations. The student applies mathematical process standards to connect
repeated addition and subtraction to multiplication and division situations that involve equal
groupings and shares. The student is expected to:

(A) model, create, and describe contextual multiplication situations in which equivalent
sets of concrete objects are joined. 


Contextual Math Problem:

Julian went to the store and bought 7 bags of skittles. Her friend Yesi bought 8 more bags of
skittles than Julian. Julian spends 21 dollars on 7 bags of skittles, and Yesi spends 24 more
dollars than Julian. During recess, they decided to share with 5 of their classmates.

1. Julian had __7__ bags of skittles. He gave __3___ bags of skittles to one of his
classmates.
How many bags of skittles does he have left?

2. Yesi has __15__ bags of skittles. Julian gave her _6_ more bags of skittles. How many
bags of skittles does Yesi have altogether?

3. Yesi had some bags of skittles. She gave __10__ to Julian. Now she has _5_ bags of
skittles left. How many bags of skittles did Yesi have to start with?

4. Bags of skittles are sold for $_3___ per bag. If I buy __15__ bags of skittles, how much
does it cost?

5. The price of skittles is $_3___ per bag. If I have $__21__, how many can I buy?

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