Multi Step Word Problems

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What is a multi-step word problem?

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A multi-step word problem is a mathematical problem that requires more than one step to solve, often involving multiple operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you determine the total cost when buying multiple items?

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To find the total cost, multiply the price of one item by the number of items purchased.

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If a meal costs $8 and you buy 5 meals, how much do you spend?

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$40 (8 x 5 = 40)

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

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked and identify the relevant information.

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How do you calculate the total cost of tickets for adults and children?

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Multiply the number of adult tickets by the adult ticket price and the number of child tickets by the child ticket price, then add the two totals together.

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What operation would you use to find out how many weeks it takes to save for an item?

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Division (total cost divided by amount saved per week).

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What is the order of operations in mathematics?

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The order of operations is a set of rules that dictates the sequence in which calculations are performed: Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (from left to right), Addition and Subtraction (from left to right).

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If a parking lot has 28 rows and each row holds 41 cars, how do you find the total capacity?

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Multiply the number of rows by the number of cars per row (28 x 41).

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What is the total cost for 4 adult tickets at $12 each?

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$48 (4 x 12 = 48)

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How do you find the total amount spent on shirts and shorts?

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Multiply the number of shirts by the price per shirt and the number of shorts by the price per short, then add the two totals.