2 Step Word Problems

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What is a two-step word problem?

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A two-step word problem is a math problem that requires two operations to find the answer, often involving addition and subtraction or multiplication and division.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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How do you solve a two-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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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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What is the total cost if you buy 3 cookies at $5 each and 2 cupcakes at $10 each?

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Total cost = (3 x $5) + (2 x $10) = $15 + $20 = $35.

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CCSS.6.NS.B.4

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If you have 15 minutes to play and spend 5 minutes playing with a dog and 4 minutes riding a bike, how much time is left?

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Time left = 15 - (5 + 4) = 15 - 9 = 6 minutes.

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CCSS.3.MD.A.1

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How do you find change after a purchase?

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To find change, subtract the total cost of the purchase from the amount of money given.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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If you have $30 and buy a gift for $38, how much more money do you need?

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You need $8 more because $38 - $30 = $8.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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What is the total time spent if you swim for 17 minutes, swim underwater for 1 minute, and play water tag for 8 minutes?

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Total time spent = 17 + 1 + 8 = 26 minutes.

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CCSS.3.MD.A.1

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If a basket in basketball is worth 3 points and you score 9 points, how many baskets did you make?

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Baskets made = 9 points ÷ 3 points per basket = 3 baskets.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3

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

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

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

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What does it mean to combine money?

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Combining money means adding together the amounts of money from different people or sources.

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CCSS.4.MD.A.2