Multi Step Word Problems Flashcard

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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, often involving 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 out how many items are left after giving some away?

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Subtraction.

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If you receive items after giving some away, what operation do you use to find the total?

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Addition.

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Emily has 150 pencils. She gave 60 pencils to her classmates and then received 40 pencils from her teacher. How many pencils does Emily have now?

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130 pencils.

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John has 120 stickers. He gave 50 stickers to his sister and then received 30 stickers from his friend. How many stickers does John have now?

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100 stickers.

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A bakery had 300 cupcakes. They sold 120 cupcakes and then baked 80 more cupcakes. How many cupcakes does the bakery have now?

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260 cupcakes.

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Jesse wanted to buy a $172 bike and a $59 helmet. If she gives the cashier $300, how much change will she get back?

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$69.

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Alex has 360 baseball cards. He gave 120 baseball cards to his friend and then received 80 baseball cards from his neighbor. How many baseball cards does Alex have now?

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320 baseball cards.

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What is the first step in solving a multi-step word problem?

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Read the problem carefully.