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Functional Skills Mathematics
(Entry Level 2)
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Topic 4: Totals/How much more


The calculations needed to answer these questions are simple, but you also need to understand what the question is asking.
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If you are asked for the total of two numbers, that means you need to add them up:
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What is the total of 25 and 63?
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25 + 63 = 88
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The total of 25 and 63 is 88.
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If you are asked how much more one amount is than another, you can find out by subtracting the smaller amount from the larger amount:
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How much more is £45 than £30?
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45 - 30 = 15
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£45 is £15 more than £30.
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Always double check your working out when you are using a calculator!
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