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 mathematical problem that requires more than one step to solve. It often involves multiple operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you identify the important information in a word problem?

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Look for numbers, keywords, and phrases that indicate operations (e.g., 'total', 'difference', 'each', 'per').

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What operation would you use to find out how much more one amount is than another?

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You would use subtraction to find the difference between the two amounts.

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If a problem states that one quantity is 'twice' another, how do you express this mathematically?

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You express it as 2 times the other quantity (e.g., if x is the other quantity, then 'twice' is 2x).

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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.

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How can you check if your answer to a word problem is reasonable?

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You can check if your answer makes sense by estimating the numbers involved and comparing it to your calculated answer.

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What does it mean to 'pick the rest' in a word problem?

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It means to calculate the remaining quantity after accounting for what has been taken away or lost.

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In a word problem, what does 'absent' refer to?

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'Absent' refers to individuals who are not present or accounted for in a given situation.

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How do you calculate the total number of items sold if you know the number of items made and the number sold?

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You subtract the number of items sold from the total number made to find out how many are left.

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What is the formula to find the total cost if you know the price per item and the number of items sold?

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Total cost = Price per item × Number of items sold.