Lesson 2: Math Addition 2

In this lesson, you will learn how to solve addition questions in a multiple-choice setting. Here is the step-by-step guide to do so.

1. Read the Question Carefully
   • Make sure you understand what the question is asking. Identify the key numbers and what you need to find.
2. Identify the Numbers
   • Look for the numbers mentioned in the question. These are the numbers you will be adding together.
3. Write the Addition Sentence
   • Write down the numbers with a plus sign between them to form the addition sentence. For example, if the question mentions 3 cats and 4 dogs, write: 3 + 4.
4. Add the Numbers
   • Perform the addition to find the total. You can use your fingers, objects, or draw pictures to help you count if needed. For example, 3 + 4 equals 7.
5. Check Your Work
   • Double-check your addition to make sure it is correct. Count again if necessary.
6. Look at the Choices
   • Compare your answer with the options provided. Find the option that matches your answer.
7. Select the Correct Answer
   • Circle or mark the letter (A, B, or C) that corresponds to your answer. Make sure you are confident in your choice.

Example Question and Solution

Question: Dr. Smith visits 5 patients in the morning and 3 patients in the afternoon. How many patients did he visit in total?

• A) 7
• B) 8
• C) 9

Steps:

1. Read the Question: Dr. Smith visits 5 patients in the morning and 3 in the afternoon.
2. Identify the Numbers: 5 and 3.
3. Write the Addition Sentence: 5 + 3.
4. Add the Numbers: 5 + 3 = 8.
5. Check Your Work: Count again to confirm that 5 + 3 equals 8.
6. Look at the Choices: A) 7, B) 8, C) 9.
7. Select the Correct Answer: B) 8.

Fun Addition Questions In The Hospital Setting

1. Doctor’s Rounds
   • Dr. Smith visits 5 patients in the morning and 3 patients in the afternoon. How many patients did he visit in total?
   • A) 7
   • B) 8
   • C) 9
2. Medicine Bottles
   • There are 4 medicine bottles on one shelf and 6 on another shelf. How many medicine bottles are there altogether?
   • A) 9
   • B) 10
   • C) 11
3. Nurses on Duty
   • There are 7 nurses on the first floor and 5 nurses on the second floor. How many nurses are there in total?
   • A) 12
   • B) 13
   • C) 14
4. Band-Aids
   • A nurse has 3 boxes of Band-Aids and finds 4 more in the storage room. How many Band-Aid boxes does she have now?
   • A) 6
   • B) 7
   • C) 8
5. Hospital Beds
   • There are 9 beds in one ward and 6 beds in another. How many beds are there in total?
   • A) 14
   • B) 15
   • C) 16
6. Patient Check-Ups
   • Dr. Lee checks 8 patients before lunch and 7 patients after lunch. How many patients did he check in total?
   • A) 14
   • B) 15
   • C) 16
7. Thermometers
   • The hospital has 5 digital thermometers and 3 traditional ones. How many thermometers are there altogether?
   • A) 7
   • B) 8
   • C) 9
8. Pill Packs
   • A pharmacist finds 6 packs of pills in one drawer and 5 packs in another drawer. How many packs of pills are there in total?
   • A) 10
   • B) 11
   • C) 12
9. Stethoscopes
   • There are 4 stethoscopes in one cabinet and 5 in another. How many stethoscopes are there in total?
   • A) 8
   • B) 9
   • C) 10
10. Wheelchairs
    • The hospital has 3 wheelchairs in the lobby and 6 in the emergency room. How many wheelchairs are there altogether?
    • A) 8
    • B) 9
    • C) 10
11. Patient Admissions
    • There are 10 new patient admissions in the morning and 8 in the afternoon. How many new patient admissions are there in total?
    • A) 17
    • B) 18
    • C) 19
12. IV Drips
    • A nurse sets up 5 IV drips in the morning and 4 in the evening. How many IV drips did she set up in total?
    • A) 8
    • B) 9
    • C) 10
13. Visitor Chairs
    • There are 7 visitor chairs in one waiting area and 4 in another. How many visitor chairs are there in total?
    • A) 10
    • B) 11
    • C) 12
14. Blood Pressure Monitors
    • The hospital has 8 blood pressure monitors in one department and 7 in another. How many blood pressure monitors are there altogether?
    • A) 14
    • B) 15
    • C) 16
15. Hospital Staff
    • There are 9 doctors and 8 nurses working today. How many hospital staff members are working in total?
    • A) 16
    • B) 17
    • C) 18

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