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 mathematical problem that requires more than one operation to solve, often involving multiple steps to arrive at the final answer.

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CCSS.4.OA.A.3

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How do you determine the total cost when purchasing multiple items?

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To determine the total cost, multiply the price of each item by the quantity purchased and then sum the results for all items.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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What operation would you use to find the average number of items per category?

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You would use division to find the average number of items per category.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.3

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How do you calculate the total cost of tickets for a group?

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Multiply the number of adult tickets by the price of adult tickets and the number of child tickets by the price of child tickets, then add the two totals together.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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What is the formula to calculate the total number of items when combining different quantities?

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The formula is: Total = Quantity1 + Quantity2 + ... + QuantityN.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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How do you calculate change received after a purchase?

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To calculate change, subtract the total cost of the purchase from the amount given to the cashier.

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

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What is the importance of the order of operations in solving word problems?

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The order of operations ensures that calculations are performed in the correct sequence to arrive at the correct answer.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.3

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What is a unit rate and how is it calculated?

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A unit rate is a comparison of two different quantities where one of the quantities is expressed as a quantity of one. It is calculated by dividing the first quantity by the second.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.2

CCSS.6.RP.A.1

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How do you approach solving a multi-step word problem?

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Break the problem down into smaller parts, identify the operations needed for each part, and solve step by step.

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CCSS.4.OA.A.3

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What is the significance of understanding the context of a word problem?

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Understanding the context helps to identify the relevant information and the operations needed to solve the problem.

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CCSS.6.NS.B.3