6.4 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 math 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 find the total when combining quantities?

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To find the total when combining quantities, add the amounts together. For example, if Mackenzie has 8 markers and Ty has 3 times as many (24), the total is 8 + 24 = 32 markers.

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What equation can be used to find how many more weeks Kallie needs to save money?

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The equation is w = (100 - 60) ÷ 10, where w is the number of weeks needed to save the remaining amount.

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How do you calculate the total number of items knocked down by two people?

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Add the number of items each person knocked down. For example, if Jamarie knocked down 26 pins and DJ knocked down 3 times that (78), the total is 26 + 78 = 104 pins.

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What is the formula to calculate total earnings from repeated tasks?

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Total earnings = (Earnings per task) x (Number of tasks). For example, if Jason earns $2 per dish and washes 10 dishes, he earns $2 x 10 = $20.

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How do you determine the cost of multiple items?

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To determine the cost of multiple items, calculate the cost of each item and then add them together. For example, a cake costs $34 and cupcakes cost 4 times that ($136), so total cost = $34 + $136 = $170.

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What does 'three times as many' mean?

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'Three times as many' means to multiply the quantity by 3. For example, if Jamarie knocks down 26 pins, DJ knocks down 3 times that, which is 26 x 3 = 78 pins.

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

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The first step is to read the problem carefully and identify what is being asked, as well as the information provided.

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

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You can check your answer by reviewing the steps taken, ensuring all calculations are correct, and verifying that the answer makes sense in the context of the problem.

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What is the importance of writing equations for word problems?

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Writing equations helps to organize the information and provides a clear method to solve the problem systematically.