Multi Step Word Problems

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What is a multi-step word problem?

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A multi-step word problem is a math problem that requires more than one step to solve. It often involves multiple operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you identify the important information in a word problem?

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Look for numbers, keywords (like total, combined, each), and the question being asked to determine what information is necessary to solve the problem.

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What operation would you use to find out how many markers Ty has if Mackenzie has 8 and Ty has three times as many?

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You would use multiplication to find out how many markers Ty has: 8 markers x 3 = 24 markers.

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If Jamarie knocks down 26 pins and DJ knocks down three times as many, how do you calculate the total?

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First, calculate DJ's pins: 26 pins x 3 = 78 pins. Then add Jamarie's pins: 26 + 78 = 104 pins.

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How do you find the total number of pencils Melvin, Ali, and Zachary have if Ali has 3 pencils?

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Calculate Melvin's pencils: 3 x 2 = 6. Calculate Zachary's pencils: 3 x 4 = 12. Then add all together: 3 + 6 + 12 = 21 pencils.

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What is the total number of Oreos Harley and Ceire ate if Harley ate 3 each day for 7 days and Ceire ate 2 each day for 7 days?

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Harley: 3 x 7 = 21 Oreos. Ceire: 2 x 7 = 14 Oreos. Total: 21 + 14 = 35 Oreos.

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If Sarah baked 15 cookies and her friends ate 7, how many cookies does she have left before baking more?

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15 cookies - 7 cookies = 8 cookies left.

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After baking 10 more cookies, how many cookies does Sarah have in total?

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8 cookies + 10 cookies = 18 cookies.

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What is the first step to solve a multi-step word problem?

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked and identify the important information.

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

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Writing down each step helps to keep track of your calculations and ensures you don't miss any important information.