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 solution.

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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 identify the information given and determine what is being asked.

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

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The second step is to perform the necessary calculations based on the information provided.

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How do you represent a two-step word problem mathematically?

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You can represent it using equations that reflect the operations needed to solve the problem.

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What operation would you use to find out how many books Jordan has after returning some?

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You would use subtraction to find out how many books he has left after returning some.

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If Lily has $10 and $8 on a gift card, what operation do you use to find her total money?

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You would use addition to find her total money: $10 + $8.

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What operation do you use to find out how much money Mrs. Gray has left after spending?

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You would use subtraction to find out how much money she has left after spending.

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How do you calculate the total number of sodas Aubrie bought?

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You multiply the number of packs by the number of sodas in each pack and then add the diet sodas.

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What is the formula to calculate Ava's total earnings?

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The formula is: (Hourly Rate x Hours Worked) + Bonus.

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What does it mean to solve a problem in two steps?

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It means you need to perform two different calculations to arrive at the final answer.