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. It often involves multiple operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you solve a multi-step word problem?

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1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the information given. 3. Determine what is being asked. 4. Break the problem into smaller steps. 5. Solve each step one at a time.

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What operation would you use to divide items equally into groups?

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You would use division to divide items equally into groups.

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If you have 24 apples and want to put them into 4 baskets, how many apples will be in each basket?

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6 apples.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem involving addition and subtraction?

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Identify the total amount you start with and what is being added or subtracted.

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If Liam has 15 marbles and buys 8 more, how many does he have before giving any away?

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23 marbles.

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What is multiplication used for in word problems?

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Multiplication is used to find the total when you have groups of the same size.

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If Ava has 5 packs of pencils with 6 pencils in each pack, how many pencils does she have in total?

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30 pencils.

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What is the purpose of using parentheses in math problems?

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Parentheses indicate which operations should be performed first in a multi-step problem.

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If Ella has 5 jars of cookies with 9 cookies in each jar, how many cookies does she have?

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45 cookies.