Multi Step Problems (mult. & div.)

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What is a multi-step problem?

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A multi-step problem is a math problem that requires more than one operation to find the solution, often involving both multiplication and division.

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CCSS.4.OA.A.3

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How do you solve a multi-step problem?

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To solve a multi-step problem, break it down into smaller steps, solve each step one at a time, and keep track of your calculations.

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CCSS.4.OA.A.3

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What is multiplication?

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Multiplication is a mathematical operation where a number is added to itself a certain number of times. For example, 3 multiplied by 4 (3 x 4) means adding 3 four times: 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 = 12.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.1

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What is division?

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Division is a mathematical operation that splits a number into equal parts. For example, 12 divided by 4 (12 ÷ 4) means splitting 12 into 4 equal parts, which equals 3.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.2

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If you have 3 bags with 4 apples each, how many apples do you have in total?

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You have 12 apples. (3 bags x 4 apples = 12 apples)

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3

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If you have 24 candies and want to share them equally among 6 friends, how many candies does each friend get?

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Each friend gets 4 candies. (24 candies ÷ 6 friends = 4 candies per friend)

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CCSS.3.OA.A.2

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

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

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CCSS.4.OA.A.3

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Why is it important to write down each step when solving a multi-step problem?

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Writing down each step helps you keep track of your calculations and makes it easier to find mistakes if the answer is incorrect.

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CCSS.4.OA.A.3

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What does it mean to 'check your work' after solving a problem?

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Checking your work means reviewing your calculations and steps to ensure that your answer is correct.

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CCSS.HSN.CN.A.2

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If a recipe calls for 2 cups of flour and you want to make 3 batches, how much flour do you need?

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You need 6 cups of flour. (2 cups x 3 batches = 6 cups)