Topic 11 : 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. It often involves multiple operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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CCSS.4.OA.A.3

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How do you find the total number of items used in a multi-step problem?

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To find the total number of items used, you need to add or subtract the quantities given in the problem.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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If a jar has 585 toothpicks and 315 are used, how do you find out how many are left?

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Subtract the number of toothpicks used (315) from the total (585): 585 - 315 = 270.

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CCSS.2.NBT.B.7

CCSS.3.NBT.A.2

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What is the first step in solving 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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CCSS.4.OA.A.3

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How do you calculate the total number of customers served over two days?

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Add the number of customers served on each day together.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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If each box of candy has 9 pieces and you have 6 boxes, how many pieces do you have?

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Multiply the number of boxes (6) by the number of pieces in each box (9): 6 x 9 = 54.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3

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What operation would you use to find out how many more plants were planted on Saturday than on Monday?

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You would subtract the number of plants planted on Monday from the number planted on Saturday.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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How do you calculate the total distance driven in a week if you drive to and from a place each day?

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Multiply the distance to the place by 2 (for round trip) and then multiply by the number of days driven.

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CCSS.4.MD.A.2

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What is the total distance Ms. Helms drives in a week if she drives 3 miles each day for 5 days?

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3 miles x 2 (round trip) x 5 days = 30 miles.

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CCSS.4.MD.A.2

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If you have 8 rows of plants with 9 plants in each row, how do you find the total number of plants?

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Multiply the number of rows (8) by the number of plants in each row (9): 8 x 9 = 72.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3