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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How do you find the total when adding distances?

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To find the total distance, add the distances together. For example, if you hike 5 miles one day and 6 miles the next, the total is 5 + 6 = 11 miles.

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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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How do you divide items equally among groups?

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To divide items equally, you take the total number of items and divide it by the number of groups. For example, if you have 30 seashells and want to split them into 5 pails, you do 30 ÷ 5 = 6 seashells per pail.

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What operation do you use to find the total number of items in bags?

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You use multiplication. If each bag has a certain number of items, multiply the number of bags by the number of items in each bag.

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How do you calculate the total number of flowers picked?

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Add the number of each type of flower together. For example, if you pick 10 red, 6 yellow, and 8 pink tulips, the total is 10 + 6 + 8 = 24 tulips.

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What is the formula for finding the total number of items in jars?

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The formula is: Total items = Number of jars × Number of items per jar.

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How do you solve a problem that involves splitting a total into equal parts?

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You divide the total by the number of parts. For example, if you have 24 tulips and want to split them into 2 bouquets, you do 24 ÷ 2 = 12 tulips per bouquet.

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What is the importance of reading the question carefully?

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Reading the question carefully helps you understand what is being asked and what information you need to solve the problem.

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How can you check your answer after solving a word problem?

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You can check your answer by going back through the steps you took to solve the problem and ensuring that each step is correct.