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What is a multi-step word problem?

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A multi-step word problem is a math problem that requires more than one step to solve. It often involves multiple operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you solve a multi-step word problem?

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1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the information given. 3. Determine what is being asked. 4. Break the problem into smaller steps. 5. Solve each step one at a time.

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If Alex bought 4 packages of golf balls and each package has 12 balls, how many balls did he buy from the packages?

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4 packages x 12 balls/package = 48 balls.

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What operation would you use to find the total number of golf balls Alex bought if he also bought 2 packages of orange golf balls?

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You would use addition to find the total number of golf balls.

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If Alex bought 2 packages of orange golf balls and each package has 12 balls, how many orange golf balls did he buy?

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2 packages x 12 balls/package = 24 orange golf balls.

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How many total golf balls did Alex buy if he bought 4 packages of regular golf balls and 2 packages of orange golf balls?

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48 regular balls + 24 orange balls = 72 total golf balls.

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What is the first step in solving a multi-step word problem?

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The first step is to read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked.

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Why is it important to break a problem into smaller steps?

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Breaking a problem into smaller steps makes it easier to understand and solve, reducing the chance of making mistakes.

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What does it mean to 'identify the information given' in a word problem?

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It means to find and list all the numbers and facts provided in the problem that will help you solve it.

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What is the total number of golf balls Alex bought if he bought 4 packages of golf balls and 2 packages of orange golf balls, with 12 balls in each package?

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72 golf balls.

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