Multi-Step Word Problems

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.

To find the difference, you subtract the smaller amount from the larger amount.

The term 'decrease' indicates that you should use subtraction to find the new amount.

You should use addition.

You subtract the smaller number from the larger number to find out how many more.

The first step is to read the problem carefully and identify what is being asked.

You would use addition.

You should use subtraction.

You add the amounts sold each day together.

It implies that you should subtract the number of items used or sold from the total number of items.