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 answer, often involving addition and subtraction or multiplication and division.

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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. Solve the first operation. 4. Use the result to solve the second operation.

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What is addition?

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

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What is subtraction?

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Subtraction is the process of finding the difference between two numbers by taking one number away from another.

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What is the total number of pencils if Mrs. Miner has 139 and Ms. Carson has 45 more?

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323 pencils (139 + 45 + 139 = 323).

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If Sue buys 5 movie tickets for $4 each, how much does she spend?

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$20 (5 tickets x $4 each = $20).

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How much change does Sue get back from $50 after spending $20?

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$30 ($50 - $20 = $30).

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What is the total number of students if there are 103 third graders, 293 fourth graders, and 129 fifth graders?

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525 students (103 + 293 + 129 = 525).

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If Mrs. Thomas ordered 500 books and put 298 on one shelf and 39 on another, how many books are left?

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163 books (500 - 298 - 39 = 163).

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What is multiplication?

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