3rd Grade Two-Step Word Problems

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What is a two-step word problem?

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

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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How do you solve a two-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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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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What does 'addition' mean in math?

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Addition is the process of finding the total or sum by combining two or more numbers.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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What does 'subtraction' mean in math?

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Subtraction is the process of taking one number away from another.

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What does 'multiplication' mean in math?

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Multiplication is the process of adding a number to itself a certain number of times.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.1

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What does 'division' mean in math?

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Division is the process of splitting a number into equal parts or groups.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.2

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If Sierra has $34 and adds $54, how much money does she have before buying scarves?

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$34 + $54 = $88.

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CCSS.1.NBT.C.4

CCSS.2.NBT.B.5

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How do you find the cost of each scarf if Sierra buys 8 scarves for $88?

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$88 ÷ 8 = $11 per scarf.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.1

CCSS.6.RP.A.2

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If Marcus has 12 books and gets 3 times more, how many books does he have now?

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12 x 3 = 36 books.

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CCSS.4.OA.A.1

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If Marcus loses 5 books from his collection of 36, how many does he have left?

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36 - 5 = 31 books.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1