Two-Step Word Problems

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What is a two-step word problem?

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A two-step word problem is a mathematical problem that requires two operations to solve, often involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you identify the operations needed in a two-step word problem?

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To identify the operations, read the problem carefully, determine what is being asked, and look for keywords that indicate mathematical operations.

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What is the first step in solving a two-step word problem?

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The first step is to understand the problem by identifying the relevant information and determining what is being asked.

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What is the second step in solving a two-step word problem?

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The second step is to perform the necessary calculations based on the operations identified in the first step.

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What does the expression (4 x 12) - 11 represent in the context of the first question?

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It represents the total number of fiction books in Ms. Diggs's class after calculating the total books received by students and subtracting the non-fiction books.

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How do you calculate the total number of charms Serenity has left after giving away necklaces?

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First, calculate the total number of charms (6 necklaces x 8 charms each = 48 charms), then subtract the number of charms in the 3 necklaces given away (3 x 8 = 24 charms). So, 48 - 24 = 24 charms left.

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What is the total number of fish James has according to the equation 7 x 6 + 10 = f?

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The total number of fish is calculated by multiplying the number of bags of goldfish (7) by the number of goldfish in each bag (6), then adding the number of minnows (10). So, f = 42 + 10 = 52 fish.

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How do you find the total number of bananas Sait and Daniel bought?

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Calculate the total bananas bought by Sait (5 bunches x 6 bananas each = 30 bananas) and Daniel (4 bunches x 6 bananas each = 24 bananas), then add them together: 30 + 24 = 54 bananas.

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What is the total cost of the movie tickets Sue bought?

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The total cost is calculated by multiplying the number of tickets (5) by the price per ticket ($4): 5 x 4 = $20.

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How do you calculate the change Sue receives after buying movie tickets?

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Subtract the total cost of the tickets from the amount paid: $50 - $20 = $30 change.