Intro to 2 step Word Problems- 3rd Grade

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What is a two-step word problem?

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A two-step word problem is a math problem that requires two operations to find the answer, such as addition and subtraction.

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How do you solve a two-step word problem?

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1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the two operations needed. 3. Perform the first operation. 4. Use the result to perform the second operation.

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If Anna has $122 and buys a T-shirt for $34, how much money does she have left?

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$122 - $34 = $88.

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If Anna receives $50 for her birthday after buying the T-shirt, how much money does she have now?

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$88 + $50 = $138.

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How do you compare two numbers to find out which is greater?

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Look at the values of the numbers; the larger number is the one that is greater.

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If Mrs. Knight sells 457 flags and Ms. Carpenter sells 686 flags, how do you find out who sold more?

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Compare 457 and 686; since 686 is greater, Ms. Carpenter sold more flags.

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How do you find out how many more flags one person sold than another?

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Subtract the smaller number from the larger number.

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What is the total weight of two giraffes that weigh 625 lbs and 580 lbs?

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625 lbs + 580 lbs = 1,205 lbs.

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If a fifth grader has 75 Pokemon cards and lends out 8 and then 4 cards, how do you find out how many cards he has left?

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75 - 8 - 4 = 63 cards.

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What is the total distance an airline pilot flies if the trips are 675 miles, 680 miles, and 685 miles?

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675 + 680 + 685 = 2,040 miles.