Multistep Word Problems

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What is a multistep word problem?

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A multistep word problem is a math problem that requires more than one step to find the solution. It often involves addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you solve a multistep word problem?

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1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the information given. 3. Determine what is being asked. 4. Break the problem into smaller steps. 5. Solve each step one at a time.

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If Ronnie needs 101 cupcakes and has 21 chocolate and 33 vanilla, how many more does he need?

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Ronnie needs 47 more cupcakes.

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How many miles did Maleah run if she ran 10 miles each day from Monday to Friday?

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Maleah ran 40 miles in total.

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If Belle bought 5 packs of white T-shirts (2 in each pack) and 3 packs of blue T-shirts (6 in each pack), how many T-shirts did she buy?

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Belle bought 28 T-shirts in total.

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What is the total cost if Sue buys 5 movie tickets at $4 each?

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The total cost is $20.

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How much change does Sue get back if she pays with a $50 bill?

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Sue gets $30 back.

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How do you find the total number of students on a field trip?

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Add the number of students from each grade together.

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What is the total number of students if there are 103 third graders, 293 fourth graders, and 129 fifth graders?

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There are 525 students in total.

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What operation would you use to find out how many more cupcakes Ronnie needs?

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You would use subtraction.