Multi-Step Problems

Front

What is a multi-step problem?

Back

A multi-step problem is a mathematical question that requires more than one step to solve, often involving multiple operations or calculations.

Front

How do you find a fraction of a quantity?

Back

To find a fraction of a quantity, multiply the quantity by the numerator of the fraction and then divide by the denominator.

Front

If you have 1/3 of a steak and split it with someone, how much does each person get?

Back

Each person gets 1/6 of the steak.

Front

How do you divide a total number of items into groups?

Back

To divide a total number of items into groups, you divide the total by the number of groups.

Front

What is a dozen?

Back

A dozen is a quantity equal to 12.

Front

What is half a dozen?

Back

Half a dozen is a quantity equal to 6.

Front

If you have 1/6 of a cake and share it with 3 people, how much does each person get?

Back

Each person gets 1/18 of the cake.

Front

How do you subtract fractions?

Back

To subtract fractions, make sure they have a common denominator, then subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

Front

What is the process to convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

Back

Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator.

Front

If Bob has 2 1/6 sheets of metal and uses 4/5 of it, how do you find out how much he has left?

Back

First, convert 2 1/6 to an improper fraction, multiply by 4/5, then subtract that from the original amount.