Multi Step Word Problems

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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 such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you approach solving 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 in order.

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What operation would you use to share items evenly among friends?

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You would use division to share items evenly among friends.

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If Tom had 114 baseball cards and kept 10, how many did he share?

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Tom shared 104 baseball cards (114 - 10 = 104).

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How do you calculate the cost of multiple items?

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To calculate the cost of multiple items, multiply the price of each item by the quantity purchased and then add the total costs together.

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What is the total cost of 2 drinks at $2 each and 3 sandwiches at $6 each?

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The total cost is $22 (2 drinks x $2 = $4; 3 sandwiches x $6 = $18; $4 + $18 = $22).

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How do you find out how much more money you need to buy something?

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To find out how much more money you need, subtract the amount you have from the total cost of the items.

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If Erin has saved $29 and needs $39 more to buy books, how much more does she need?

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Erin needs $10 more to buy all three books ($39 - $29 = $10).

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What is the total number of stickers Julia has after receiving more from her friend?

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Julia has 58 stickers (6 packs x 8 stickers = 48; 48 + 10 = 58).

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How do you find out how many pages are left to read in a book?

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To find out how many pages are left to read, subtract the number of pages read from the total number of pages in the book.