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, often involving multiple operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you find the total when combining two amounts?

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To find the total when combining two amounts, you add the two amounts together.

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If Eli gained 92 yards rushing and Jeremiah gained 30 yards more, how do you calculate Jeremiah's yards?

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You add 30 to Eli's yards: 92 + 30 = 122 yards.

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

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The first step is to read the problem carefully and identify what is being asked.

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How do you determine the total number of seats available in a library with different types of tables?

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You calculate the total seats by adding the seats from each type of table together.

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If a long table seats 4 students less than a round table that seats 20, how many does the long table seat?

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The long table seats 20 - 4 = 16 students.

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What operation do you use to find out how many games Jared can buy after spending money?

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You subtract the amount spent from the total amount earned, then divide by the cost of each game.

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How do you find the difference between two amounts sold on different days?

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You subtract the smaller amount from the larger amount.

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If Carrie baked 77 cookies and Jamie baked twice as many, how do you find the total cookies baked?

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You calculate Jamie's cookies as 77 x 2 = 154, then add Carrie’s cookies: 77 + 154 = 231 cookies.

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What is the importance of reading a word problem carefully?

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Reading carefully helps to understand the problem, identify key information, and determine the correct operations needed to solve it.