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 identify the operations needed in a word problem?

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Read the problem carefully, look for keywords, and determine what is being asked.

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What does the term 'total' mean in math problems?

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'Total' refers to the sum or overall amount after combining quantities.

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What is the equation to find the total number of cookies if you have 2 boxes of 10 cookies and 1 box of 8 cookies?

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2 × 10 + 8 = c

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How do you calculate the total number of marbles in groups?

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Multiply the number of groups by the number of marbles in each group.

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If each vase holds 9 flowers and there are 4 vases, how many flowers are there in total?

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9 × 4 = 36 flowers.

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What is subtraction in the context of word problems?

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Subtraction is taking away a quantity from another quantity.

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How do you find out how many more times someone will run if they have already run a certain distance?

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Subtract the distance already run from the total distance they plan to run.

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What is the first step in solving a 2-step word problem?

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Identify the first operation needed to start solving the problem.

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What does 'gave away' mean in a word problem?

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'Gave away' means to subtract the amount from the total.