Multistep Word Problems

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What is a multistep word problem?

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A multistep 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 identify the operations needed in a word problem?

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Read the problem carefully, look for keywords (like 'total', 'left', 'each'), and determine what is being asked to decide if you need to add, subtract, multiply, or divide.

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What is the first step in solving a multistep word problem?

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The first step is to understand the problem by identifying the important information and what is being asked.

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If Niylah runs 4 miles each day for 7 days, how many miles does she run in total?

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28 miles (4 miles/day x 7 days = 28 miles).

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How many more beads does Kaylee need to make 6 necklaces if she has 85 beads and needs 20 beads for each necklace?

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35 more beads (6 x 20 = 120; 120 - 85 = 35).

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What equation can be used to find how much money the family spent on games if they spent $93 total, $18 on tickets, and $36 on food?

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93 = g + 36 + 18.

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How do you find the number of baseball cards Jalin has left after giving away some?

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Multiply the number of packs by the number of cards per pack, then subtract the number of cards given away.

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If Blake bought 3 boxes of chocolate and 4 boxes of caramel, each with 6 pieces, how do you find the total pieces of candy?

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Total = (3 + 4) x 6 = 42 pieces.

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What does the term 'operation' mean in math?

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An operation is a mathematical process such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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What is the purpose of using equations in word problems?

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Equations help to represent the relationships between quantities and make it easier to solve for unknowns.