Representation of Addition and Subtraction Word Problems.

Carpenter, Thomas P.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ375481

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1988

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Representation of Addition and Subtraction Word Problems.

Carpenter, Thomas P.; And Others

Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, v19 n4 p345-57 Jul 1988

The study investigated children's ability to write number sentences for simple addition and subtraction word problems. The results suggest that open number sentences may provide mathematical symbolism that allows young children to build on informal strategies for presenting and solving simple word problems. (Author/PK)

Descriptors: Addition, Basic Skills, Educational Research, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Equations (Mathematics), Mathematics Curriculum, Mathematics Instruction, Number Concepts, Problem Solving, Subtraction

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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