Single-Step Word Problems

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What is a single-step word problem?

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A single-step word problem is a math problem that requires only one operation (addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division) to solve.

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What operation would you use to find out how much each person gets when profits are split equally?

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You would use division (÷).

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If a toy store sold 176,542 toys last year and wants to sell 250,000 this year, what operation do you use to find out how many more toys they need to sell?

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You would use subtraction (-).

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How do you calculate the total number of jellybeans needed if each student gets a certain amount?

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You multiply the number of students by the number of jellybeans each student gets (×).

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What is the first step to solve a word problem?

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked.

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What does it mean to 'solve' a word problem?

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To solve a word problem means to find the answer using the appropriate mathematical operation.

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If you have $587 and spend $225, how do you find out how much money you have left?

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You subtract the amount spent from the total amount ($587 - $225 = $362).

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What operation would you use to find the total number of items if you have a certain number of items on multiple pages?

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You would use multiplication (×).

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What is the purpose of identifying the operation in a word problem?

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Identifying the operation helps you determine how to approach solving the problem.

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What is an example of a single-step word problem?

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If you have 10 apples and you give away 3, how many apples do you have left? (10 - 3 = 7).