2 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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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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If a problem states 'Add 5 and then multiply by 2', what are the two steps?

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Step 1: Add 5. Step 2: Multiply the result by 2.

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What does 'altogether' mean in a word problem?

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'Altogether' means to find the total amount after combining quantities.

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If you have 10 apples and you buy 5 more, how many do you have altogether?

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15 apples.

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What is the first step in solving the problem: 'I have 12 candies, and I give away 4. How many do I have left?'

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The first step is to subtract 4 from 12.

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In the problem 'Kayden had 60 marbles and divided them among 3 friends', what operation do you use to find out how many each friend gets?

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You divide 60 by 3.

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What is the total if you have 3 groups of 4?

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12 (because 3 x 4 = 12).

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If Tina works 2 hours in the morning and 3 hours in the afternoon, how many hours does she work in total?

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5 hours (2 + 3 = 5).

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What does 'each' mean in a word problem?

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'Each' refers to every individual item or person in a group.