1. The problem is to solve an EQAO-style math question suitable for grade 3 students, focusing on basic arithmetic and problem-solving skills. 2. A common type of EQAO question for grade 3 involves addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division within 100 or 1000. 3. For example, consider the problem: "If you have 45 apples and you buy 27 more, how many apples do you have in total?" 4. The formula used here is simple addition: $$\text{Total apples} = \text{Initial apples} + \text{Apples bought}$$ 5. Substitute the numbers: $$\text{Total apples} = 45 + 27$$ 6. Add the numbers: $$45 + 27 = 72$$ 7. Therefore, the total number of apples is 72. This approach can be applied to similar EQAO questions for grade 3 involving basic addition or subtraction.