Multi Step Word Problems Flashcard

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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, often involving multiple operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you find the total cost of items?

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To find the total cost, add the prices of all items together.

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What is change in a transaction?

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Change is the amount of money returned to a buyer after they pay for an item, calculated by subtracting the total cost from the amount given.

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How do you calculate the number of items left after giving some away?

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Subtract the number of items given away from the original number of items.

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What is the process to find the new total after receiving more items?

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Add the number of items received to the current total.

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How do you solve a problem involving selling and restocking items?

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First, subtract the number of items sold from the original amount, then add the number of items restocked.

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What does it mean to multiply a number?

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Multiplying a number means to increase it by a certain factor, which is the number of times to add that number to itself.

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How do you find the total number of items knocked down in a bowling game?

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Add the number of pins knocked down by each player together.

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

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked and identify the relevant information.

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

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Re-read the problem and verify that your answer makes sense in the context of the question.