Multi-step Equation Word Problems

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What is a multi-step equation?

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A multi-step equation is an equation that requires more than one step to solve. It often involves combining like terms, using the distributive property, and isolating the variable.

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How do you solve a multi-step equation?

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To solve a multi-step equation, perform the following steps: 1) Simplify both sides of the equation if needed, 2) Use inverse operations to isolate the variable, 3) Check your solution by substituting it back into the original equation.

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What does 'together' mean in a word problem?

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'Together' indicates that you should add the quantities mentioned in the problem.

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If Mr. Reeves sells 25 dozen granola bars, how many individual bars does he sell?

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25 dozen = 25 x 12 = 300 granola bars.

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How many boxes of granola bars does Mr. Reeves need if each box contains 8 bars?

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To find the number of boxes needed, divide the total number of bars by the number of bars per box: 300 ÷ 8 = 37.5. Since he can't buy half a box, he needs 38 boxes.

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What is the total number of Oreos Harley and Ceire eat in a week?

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Harley eats 3 Oreos/day for 7 days: 3 x 7 = 21 Oreos. Ceire eats 2 Oreos/day for 7 days: 2 x 7 = 14 Oreos. Combined: 21 + 14 = 35 Oreos.

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How do you find the height of a plant after a certain number of months?

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Start with the initial height and add the growth per month multiplied by the number of months. For example, if a plant is 5cm tall and grows 3cm/month, after 6 months: 5 + (3 x 6) = 23cm.

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What is the total number of flowers Lana picked?

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Lana picked 56 tulips and 89 roses. Total = 56 + 89 = 145 flowers.

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How do you find the number of extra flowers Lana picked?

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Subtract the number of flowers used from the total picked: 145 - 34 = 111 extra flowers.

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What does 'extra' mean in a word problem?

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'Extra' refers to the amount that remains after a certain quantity has been used or accounted for.