2-Step Word Problems

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What is a 2-step word problem?

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A 2-step word problem is a math problem that requires two operations to find the solution.

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How do you solve a 2-step word problem?

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1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the two operations needed. 3. Perform the first operation. 4. Use the result to perform the second operation.

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What operation would you use to find out how many cards Joshua has after giving some away and buying more?

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You would use subtraction for giving away cards and addition for buying new cards.

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If Heather is 5 years older than Jason, and Jason is 12, how old is Heather?

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Heather is 17 years old.

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What does 'younger than' mean in a word problem?

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It means to subtract years from someone's age.

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How do you find the total number of items when given multiple groups?

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You add the number of items in each group together.

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What is the first step in solving Michael's biking problem?

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Calculate the total miles he biked in the first 4 days.

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If Greg has 5 fewer cards than Joseph and Mike combined, how do you find Greg's cards?

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First, find the total cards Joseph and Mike have, then subtract 5.

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What equation represents the total number of cookies Wanda bought?

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2 × 10 + 8 = c, where c is the total number of cookies.

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What is the total number of miles Michael biked in the first 4 days?

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He biked 20 miles (5 miles each day for 4 days).