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 to find the answer, often involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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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. Solve the first operation. 4. Use the result to solve the second operation.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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The first step is to read the problem carefully and understand what is being asked.

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What does 'total' mean in a word problem?

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'Total' refers to the sum or overall amount when combining quantities.

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If a store sells bananas in bunches of 6, how many bananas are in 5 bunches?

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5 bunches x 6 bananas/bunch = 30 bananas.

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What operation would you use to find out how many more items one person has than another?

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You would use subtraction to find the difference between the two amounts.

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If you have 7 bags of 6 goldfish, how many goldfish do you have in total?

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7 bags x 6 goldfish/bag = 42 goldfish.

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What does 'fewer' mean in a word problem?

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'Fewer' means a smaller number or amount compared to another quantity.

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How do you find the number of items left after some are taken away?

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You subtract the number taken away from the total number of items.

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If Kim sold 4 bags of cookies and each bag has 8 cookies, how many cookies did she sell?

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4 bags x 8 cookies/bag = 32 cookies.