One-step word problems

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What is a one-step word problem?

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A one-step word problem is a math problem that can be solved in a single operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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How do you solve a one-step addition problem?

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To solve a one-step addition problem, identify the numbers to be added and perform the addition operation.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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Example of a one-step addition problem: Mary grew 45 watermelons and Alyssa grew 42 watermelons. How many watermelons did they grow in all?

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87 watermelons

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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What is a one-step subtraction problem?

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A one-step subtraction problem is a math problem that requires you to subtract one number from another.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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Example of a one-step subtraction problem: Alyssa had 141 dimes and spent 87. How many dimes does she have now?

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54 dimes

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CCSS.3.NBT.A.2

CCSS.2.NBT.B.7

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What is a one-step multiplication problem?

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A one-step multiplication problem involves multiplying two numbers to find the total.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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Example of a one-step multiplication problem: If each box contains 12 muffins, how many boxes are needed for 48 muffins?

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4 boxes

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3

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What is a one-step division problem?

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A one-step division problem involves dividing a number into equal parts.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.2

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Example of a one-step division problem: If there are 32 oak trees and 4 trees are planted each year, how many years will it take to plant all trees?

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8 years

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3

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What is the importance of reading the problem carefully?

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Reading the problem carefully helps to understand what is being asked and identify the correct operation to use.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1