Solving 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 and subtraction.

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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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If Aurielle has 67 sweet potatoes and Zariyah has 43, how many do they have together before using any?

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110 sweet potatoes (67 + 43 = 110).

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After using 26 sweet potatoes for pies, how many do Aurielle and Zariyah have left?

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84 sweet potatoes (110 - 26 = 84).

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If Norris and Andrew each caught 11 fish, how many fish did they catch together?

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22 fish (11 + 11 = 22).

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How many fish do Norris and Andrew have after eating 2 fish each?

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18 fish (22 - 4 = 18).

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Matt has 2 packages of candy with 6 pieces each. How many pieces does he have in total?

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12 pieces of candy (2 x 6 = 12).

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If Matt eats 4 pieces of candy, how many are left?

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8 pieces of candy (12 - 4 = 8).

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Travis had 17 cookies and bought 25 more. How many cookies does he have now?

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42 cookies (17 + 25 = 42).

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If Travis shares his cookies with 6 friends, how many cookies will each person get?

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6 cookies (42 ÷ 7 = 6).