Word Problems and Equal Groups

Examples, videos, and solutions to help Grade 2 students learn how to solve word problems involving addition of equal groups in rows and columns.

Common Core Standards: 2.OA.4, 2.NBT.2, 2.NBT.6

New York State Common Core Math Module 6, Grade 2, Lesson 9

Topic B: Arrays and Equal Groups

NYS Math Grade 2, Module 6, Lesson 9

Worksheets for Grade 2

Lesson 9 Homework

Draw an array for each word problem. Write an addition number sentence to match each array.
1. Melody stacked her blocks in 3 columns of 4. How many blocks did Melody stack in all?
3. The baker made 5 trays of muffins. Each tray makes 4 muffins. How many muffins did the baker make?
Draw a tape diagram for each word problem. Write an addition number sentence to match each tape diagram.
5. Mary placed stickers in columns of 4. She made 5 columns. How many stickers did she use?
7. The game William bought came with 3 bags of marbles. Each bag had 3 marbles inside. How many total marbles came with the game?

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