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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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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What operation would you use to find out how many sodas are left after drinking some?

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You would use subtraction to find out how many sodas are left.

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If you have 48 bags of treats and give away some, what operation do you use to find out how many you have left?

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You use subtraction to find out how many bags of treats you have left.

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What does it mean to divide in a word problem?

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Dividing in a word problem usually means sharing something equally among a number of people or groups.

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What is the first step in solving the problem: 'Sierra had $34 and added $54'?

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The first step is to add the two amounts together: 34 + 54.

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In the problem about Marcus's books, what does 'increased his collection 3 times' mean?

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It means to multiply the original number of books (12) by 3.

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What is the total number of sodas Timmy has before drinking any?

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Timmy has 4 packs of 12 sodas, so he has 4 x 12 = 48 sodas.

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How do you find the cost of each scarf if Sierra bought 8 scarves?

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You add her total money and then divide by the number of scarves: (34 + 54) ÷ 8.

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What is the total number of waters Food Lion ordered?

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Food Lion ordered 11 loads of water, each with 10 waters, so 11 x 10 = 110 waters.