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 operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you find the total number of items when given packs and items per pack?

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Multiply the number of packs by the number of items in each pack.

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What do you do when you need to share items equally among friends?

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Divide the total number of items by the number of friends.

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If you have a certain number of items and give some away, how do you find out how many you have left?

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Subtract the number of items given away from the total number of items.

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What is the first step in solving a multi-step word problem?

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked.

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How can you check your answer after solving a word problem?

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You can check your answer by going back through the steps and making sure each calculation is correct.

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What operation would you use to find out how many more items you need to reach a total?

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You would use subtraction to find out how many more items are needed.

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If a problem states that you earn a certain number of items for each action, what operation do you use?

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You would use multiplication to find the total number of items earned.

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What does it mean to 'share equally' in a word problem?

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It means to divide the total number of items by the number of people sharing.

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How do you solve a problem that involves reading pages from a book?

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Add the pages read together and subtract from the total pages to find out how many are left.