Single-Step Word Problems

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What is a single-step word problem?

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A single-step word problem is a math problem that requires only one operation (addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division) to find the solution.

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How do you solve a single-step word problem?

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Identify the key information, determine the operation needed, and perform the calculation.

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What operation would you use to find out how much each person gets if profits are split equally?

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You would use division.

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If a toy store sold 176,542 toys last year and wants to sell 250,000 this year, what operation do you use to find out how many more toys they need to sell?

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You would use subtraction.

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What operation is used when organizing items into groups?

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Multiplication is used when organizing items into equal groups.

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If Mr. Haplan has 27 students and wants to give each 52 jellybeans, how do you find the total number of jellybeans needed?

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You multiply 27 by 52.

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What operation would you use to find out how many apples each bucket gets if you have 619 apples and 9 buckets?

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You would use division.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked.

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What does it mean to split profits equally?

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It means to divide the total profits by the number of people involved.

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How can you check if your answer to a word problem is correct?

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You can check by reversing the operation or by estimating the answer.