6th Grade 2 Step Word Problems Flashcard

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What is a two-step word problem?

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A two-step word problem is a mathematical problem that requires two operations to find the solution, often involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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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 a car travels 180 miles on one day and 120 miles the next, how do you find the total distance traveled?

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Add the two distances: 180 miles + 120 miles = 300 miles.

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What operation would you use to find out how many books are left if some are removed from a shelf?

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You would use subtraction to find out how many books are left.

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If Samantha had 5 apples and gave away 3, how do you calculate how many she has left?

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Subtract the number of apples given away from the total: 5 apples - 3 apples = 2 apples.

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What is the first step in solving a problem about how many items are left after some are taken away?

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The first step is to identify the total number of items and the number taken away.

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In a problem where a farmer sells some of his watermelons, what operation do you use to find out how many he has left?

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You use subtraction: total watermelons - sold watermelons.

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How do you determine how many students are in the classroom if you know the total and how many are outside?

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Subtract the number of students outside from the total number of students.

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What is the total distance traveled if a car goes 180 miles on Monday and 120 miles on Tuesday?

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The total distance is 300 miles.

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If a bookshelf starts with 35 books and 17 are removed, how many are left?

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There are 18 books left on the shelf.