Remediation 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 solution, often involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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What operation is used to find the total amount raised in a fundraising event?

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Addition is used to find the total amount raised by adding the contributions from different sources.

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If a person runs multiple laps and earns money per lap, which operation do you use to find the total money earned?

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Multiplication is used to find the total money earned by multiplying the number of laps by the amount earned per lap.

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What is the first step in solving a 2-step word problem?

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The first step often involves identifying the total or initial amount before applying any operations.

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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 is used to find out how many items are left after giving some away.

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How do you express 'increased by' in mathematical terms?

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'Increased by' is expressed as addition in mathematical terms.

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What does 'decreased by' mean in a word problem?

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'Decreased by' means to subtract a certain amount from the total.

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If you have a total and you want to share it equally among friends, which operation do you use?

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Division is used to share a total equally among friends.

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What is the equation to find out how many bags of treats each friend receives if you have 48 bags and give 3 to a teacher?

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(48 - 3) ÷ 5 = 9 bags of treats per friend.

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What is the purpose of using parentheses in a mathematical expression?

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Parentheses indicate which operations should be performed first in a mathematical expression.