In which word problem (A or B) is there an action involved that may make it easier for young children to solve?
A) Silvia had 14 books and then received 4 more books. How many books does she have now?
B) Silv ia has 14 books on one shelf and 4 books on another. How many books are on the two shelves?

Question

In which word problem (A or B) is there an action involved that may make it easier for young children to solve? 
A) Silvia had 14 books and then received 4 more books. How many books does she have now?
B) Silv ia has 14 books on one shelf and 4 books on another. How many books are on the two shelves?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Problem A involves an action (receiving more books), which can make it easier for young children to conceptualize and solve, as they can visualize the action of adding books.

In Which Word Problem (A or B) Is There an Action