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 math 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 solve a multi-step word problem?

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1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the information given. 3. Determine what is being asked. 4. Break the problem into smaller steps. 5. Solve each step in order.

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What operation would you use to find the total number of items in packages?

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You would use multiplication to find the total number of items in packages.

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If each package has 8 items and you buy 6 packages, how do you calculate the total?

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Multiply the number of items per package (8) by the number of packages (6): 8 x 6 = 48.

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What is the first step in solving a problem that involves converting hours to minutes?

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The first step is to know that 1 hour equals 60 minutes.

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How many minutes are in 7 hours and 30 minutes?

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To convert, calculate: (7 x 60) + 30 = 420 + 30 = 450 minutes.

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What does it mean to find the total amount of money two people have together?

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It means to add the amounts of money each person has to find the combined total.

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If Kevin has $1,498 and Albert has $529 less, how do you find Albert's amount?

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Subtract $529 from $1,498: 1,498 - 529 = $969.

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How do you calculate change from a purchase?

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Subtract the total cost of the items from the amount given to the cashier.

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If Jesse buys a bike for $172 and a helmet for $59, how do you find the total cost?

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Add the cost of the bike and the helmet: 172 + 59 = $231.