2 step Word Problems

Front

What is a two-step word problem?

Back

A two-step word problem is a math problem that requires two operations to find the solution.

Front

What operation do you use to find the total cost of multiple items?

Back

Multiplication.

Front

If each meal costs $8 and there are 5 friends, how do you find the total cost of their meals?

Back

Multiply the cost of one meal by the number of friends: 8 x 5 = 40.

Front

What operation do you use to find out how much money is left after spending?

Back

Subtraction.

Front

If you have $55 and spend $40, how much do you have left?

Back

55 - 40 = 15.

Front

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

Back

Identify the operations needed for each step.

Front

What operation do you use to combine amounts?

Back

Addition.

Front

If Annabel's parents donated $8 per lap and her grandparents donated $4 per lap, what is the total donation per lap?

Back

8 + 4 = 12.

Front

How do you calculate the total amount raised if Annabel ran 12 laps?

Back

Multiply the total donation per lap by the number of laps: 12 x 12 = 144.

Front

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

Back

Perform the second operation after completing the first.