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 mathematical 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 determine the total number of items when given groups and items per group?

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Multiply the number of groups by the number of items in each group.

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What is the formula to find the number of teams formed from a total number of students?

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Divide the total number of students by the number of students per team.

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If each student sells a certain number of boxes, how do you find the total number of items sold?

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Multiply the number of students by the number of boxes each student sells, then multiply by the number of items in each box.

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How do you calculate the remaining amount needed to reach a goal?

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Subtract the amount already collected from the total goal.

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What is the order of operations in mathematics?

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The order of operations is Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (from left to right), Addition and Subtraction (from left to right), often abbreviated as PEMDAS.

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How do you find the number of rows needed for seating?

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Divide the total number of students by the number of seats per row and round up to the nearest whole number.

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What does it mean to round up in division?

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Rounding up means to increase the quotient to the next whole number if there is a remainder.

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What is the total number of students if 45 schools send 32 students each?

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1,440 students (45 x 32 = 1,440).

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How do you solve a problem involving subtraction and multiplication?

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Follow the order of operations: first perform the multiplication, then subtract the result from the initial number.