Two Step Word Problems

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What is a two-step word problem?

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A two-step word problem is a math problem that requires two operations to find the answer.

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How do you solve a two-step word problem?

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1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the two operations needed. 3. Solve the first operation. 4. Use the result to solve the second operation.

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What is addition?

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Addition is the process of finding the total or sum by combining two or more numbers.

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What is subtraction?

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Subtraction is the process of taking one number away from another.

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What does 'total' mean in math?

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Total means the sum or overall amount after adding numbers together.

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What does 'left' mean in a word problem?

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'Left' refers to the remaining amount after some has been taken away.

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If I have 10 apples and I give away 3, how many do I have left?

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7 apples.

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What is multiplication?

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Multiplication is the process of adding a number to itself a certain number of times.

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What is division?

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Division is the process of splitting a number into equal parts.

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How do you find the total cost of items?

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To find the total cost, add the prices of all the items together.