Math Problem of the Week - Lower Elementary - Apr. 17, 2022 to Apr. 23, 2022

Lower Elementary: 

Question: William has 3 fruit trees in his garden. He picks 8 apples from the apple tree, 6 pears from the pear tree, and 7 limes from the lime tree. How many pieces of fruit did William pick?

Answer: 21 pieces of fruits

Solution: To find the total, add the apples and the pears, and then add the limes: 8 + 6 = 14. Then 14 + 7 = 21