2-Step Word Problems (-/+)

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What is a 2-step word problem?

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A 2-step word problem is a math problem that requires two operations (like addition and subtraction) to find the answer.

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How do you solve a 2-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 does 'total cost' mean?

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Total cost is the overall amount of money needed to buy something.

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If you have $100 and spend $30, how much do you have left?

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$70

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What does 'saved money' mean?

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Saved money is the amount of money that has been set aside and not spent.

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If a skateboard costs $264 and you have saved $94, how much more do you need to save?

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$170

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What is the meaning of 'not wearing' in a word problem?

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'Not wearing' refers to the people who do not have a specific item on.

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If there are 258 people at a concert and 46 are wearing blue shirts, how many are not wearing blue shirts?

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212 people are not wearing blue shirts.

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What does 'older siblings' mean?

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Older siblings are brothers or sisters who are older than you.

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If 194 students have older siblings out of 457, how many do not have older siblings?

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263 students do not have older siblings.