1&2 Step Word Problems

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What is a one-step word problem?

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A one-step word problem is a math problem that can be solved in one operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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What is a two-step word problem?

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A two-step word problem requires two operations to find the solution, often involving a combination of addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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If a bike rental shop charges a fixed fee plus an hourly rate, how do you calculate the total cost?

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Total Cost = Fixed Fee + (Hourly Rate × Number of Hours)

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Nancy found 51 seashells and has 27 left. How many did she give to Benny?

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Nancy gave Benny 24 seashells.

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Mr. Black had 24 cupcakes and gave away 5. How many does he have left?

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Mr. Black has 19 cupcakes left.

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If three friends split a bill evenly and each paid $41, how do you find the total bill?

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Total Bill = Amount Paid by Each × Number of Friends = 41 × 3 = $123.

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Sandy sold half of her comic books and then bought 8 more. If she has 18 now, how do you find out how many she started with?

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Let x be the number of comic books Sandy started with. The equation is: (x/2) + 8 = 18. Solving gives x = 20.

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What does 'fixed fee' mean in a rental context?

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A fixed fee is a set amount charged regardless of usage, such as a base price for renting an item.

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

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Identify the operations needed to solve the problem and write an equation.

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How do you check your answer after solving a word problem?

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Plug your answer back into the original problem to see if it makes sense.