Multi-step word problems (writing equations) Set 1

331 students went on a field trip. Six buses were filled and 7 students traveled in cars.  How many students were in each bus?

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

Aliyah had $24 to spend on seven pencils.  After buying them she had $10. How much did each pencil cost?

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

The sum of three consecutive numbers is 72.  What are the smallest of these numbers?

• 72 - 3 = the smallest number, 72-2 = the middle number, 72-1 = the largest number

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

You bought a magazine for $5 and four erasers. You spent a total of $25. How much did each eraser cost?

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

Maria bought seven boxes. A week later half of all her boxes were destroyed in a fire.  There are now only 22 boxes left. How many boxes did she start with?

• (22-7) x 2=

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

Sumalee won 40 super bouncy balls playing horseshoes at her school's game night.  Later, she gave two to each of her friends.  She only has 8 remaining. How many friends does she have?

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

The sum of three consecutive even numbers is 48.  What is the smallest of these numbers?

• 48- 3 = the smallest number, 48-2 = the middle number, 48-1 = the largest number

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B