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

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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. Perform the first operation. 4. Use the result to perform the second operation.

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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 understand what the problem is asking and identify the necessary operations.

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If a problem states 'There are 9 groups of 9 butterflies', how do you find the total number of butterflies?

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Multiply the number of groups by the number of butterflies in each group: 9 x 9 = 81 butterflies.

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In the problem '9 butterflies flew away', what operation do you use to find the remaining butterflies?

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You use subtraction: Total butterflies - butterflies that flew away.

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What does 'putting butterflies into habitats' imply in a word problem?

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It implies dividing the remaining butterflies into equal groups, which involves division.

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If you have 72 pages in a book and read some pages, how do you find out how many pages are left?

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Subtract the number of pages read from the total pages: Total pages - pages read.

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What is the equation to represent the total number of trees planted if 7 trees were planted initially and 4 more each day for 4 days?

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t = 7 + (4 x 4) where t is the total number of trees.

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How do you find out how many chocolates each friend gets if you have a total and share it equally?

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Divide the total number of chocolates by the number of friends.

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What is the importance of reading a problem carefully?

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Reading carefully helps to understand what is being asked and identify the correct operations needed to solve it.