Two-Step Word Problems: Addition, Subtraction, and Multiplication

Imagine Sara in a magical orchard, where she already has 5 golden apples. She finds 3 more hidden under a leafy green bush and decides to pick them up. On her way back, she meets her best friend and decides to share 2 apples. How many golden apples does Sara have now in her basket?

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Imagine John embarks on a thrilling adventure through the pages of a mysterious book. On the first day, he explores 2 pages. Fueled by the unfolding mysteries, he dives 3 times deeper the next day! How many pages has our intrepid explorer journeyed through in total?

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Imagine a vibrant garden with 4 rows of dazzling flowers, each row blooming with 6 beautiful flowers. But alas, nature takes its course, and some flowers wilt away, leaving only 20 flowers to bask in the sun. Can you figure out how many flowers have bid us farewell?

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Imagine Tom had a treasure chest of 10 delicious chocolates. He decided to share his treasure and gave 3 to his sister. Feeling generous, he then ventured to the magical chocolate store and bought 5 more. How many chocolates does our adventurer Tom have now in his treasure chest?

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Imagine a cheerful baker who made 8 delicious cakes. Each cake was magically cut into 5 perfect pieces. After a busy day, 10 pieces were sold to happy customers. Can you guess how many pieces are left, waiting to find their new homes?

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Imagine a farmer who has a lively bunch of 5 chickens, each with the magical ability to lay 4 eggs. One sunny day, the farmer decides to share the joy by giving away 10 eggs to the neighbors. How many eggs does the farmer have left to make a giant omelette?

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Imagine a bustling school with 7 lively classes, each filled with 8 eager students. One sunny day, 14 adventurous students decide to embark on a mysterious journey, leaving their classes a bit emptier. Can you figure out how many students remained, filling the halls with their laughter and learning?

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Imagine a young explorer on a sticker quest! Initially, he has a treasure of 9 shiny stickers. His adventure leads him to discover 2 mystical packs, each brimming with 5 magical stickers. However, to cross the bridge of generosity, he must give away 6 stickers to the trolls guarding it. How many stickers does our hero have after this thrilling journey?

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Imagine you're on a thrilling road trip adventure! You zoom through 60 miles of scenic landscapes and then decide to take a well-deserved break. Feeling refreshed, you drive another 30 miles, eager to explore more. But oh no! You realize you left your favorite sunglasses at the last stop, 15 miles back. How many miles have you adventured in total on this epic journey?

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