Solving Two-Step Word Problems

The video tutorial covers solving two-step word problems using equations. The instructor guides students through two examples: calculating the number of students per bus on a field trip and determining the initial number of books owned by Gertrude before losing half in a fire. Key steps include identifying known and unknown information, setting up equations, and solving for the unknown variable. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of organizing information and practicing problem-solving skills.

How many students in total went on the field trip?

• 54 students

• 324 students

• 331 students

• 7 students

How many buses were used to transport the students?

• 7 buses

• 331 buses

• 6 buses

• 54 buses

What is the total number of students who traveled by car?

• 331 students

• 7 students

• 54 students

• 6 students

How many students were there in each bus?

• 331 students

• 7 students

• 6 students

• 54 students

What variable represents the unknown number of students per bus?

• Z

• Y

• X

• A

What tragic event did Gertrude experience?

• Lost her books in a fire

• Lost her car

• Lost her house

• Lost her job

How many books did Gertrude purchase after the fire?

• 64 books

• 13 books

• 32 books

• 45 books

What was Gertrude's total number of books after the purchases?

• 32 books

• 64 books

• 45 books

• 13 books

How many books did Gertrude originally have before the fire?

• 13 books

• 45 books

• 32 books

• 64 books

What mathematical operation represents the loss of half of Gertrude's books?

• Multiplied by 2

• Divided by 2

• Added 13

• Subtracted 13