Often when children are first introduced to mathematical word problems, they begin adding the two numbers listed within the problem rather than paying attention to the most important part of the problem, which asks "How many will you have LEFT?" This illustrates which barrier to problem solving?
A) perceptual
B) cultural
C) learned
D) emotional

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This barrier is known as a perceptual barrier, where the child is focusing on the numbers given rather than the actual question being asked.

Often When Children Are First Introduced to Mathematical Word Problems