2-Step Word Problems

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What is a 2-step word problem?

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A 2-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 2-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 total number of marbles if there are 8 groups with 3 red, 3 blue, and 2 yellow marbles in each?

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64 marbles (8 groups × (3 + 3 + 2) = 64).

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If Wanda bought 2 boxes of cookies with 10 cookies each and 1 box with 8 cookies, how do you write the equation for total cookies?

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The equation is 2 × 10 + 8 = c.

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How many trading cards does Greg have if Joseph and Mike each have 7 cards and Greg has 5 fewer than them combined?

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Greg has 9 trading cards.

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If Heather is 5 years older than Jason, and Jason is 12, how old is Heather?

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Heather is 17 years old (12 + 5 = 17).

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If Hillary is 7 years younger than Heather, how old is Hillary if Heather is 17?

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Hillary is 10 years old (17 - 7 = 10).

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Kerry runs 4 miles each day for 7 days. If she has run 24 miles, how many more times will she run this week?

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Kerry will run 1 more time this week.

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What is the first step in solving a 2-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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What operation would you use to find the total number of cookies Wanda bought?

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You would use multiplication and addition.