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 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 find the total number of items when given bags and items per bag?

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Multiply the number of bags by the number of items in each bag. For example, if there are 9 bags with 7 toys each, the total is 9 x 7 = 63 toys.

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What is the first step to solve a word problem involving money?

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Identify the total amount of money spent and the amount given to the cashier. Subtract the total spent from the amount given to find the change.

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How do you split a total number of items into equal groups?

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Divide the total number of items by the number of groups. For example, if there are 24 tulips and you want to make 2 bouquets, divide 24 by 2 to get 12 tulips in each bouquet.

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What operation do you use to find the total distance hiked on different days?

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Add the distances together. For example, if one day you hike 5 miles and another day 6 miles, the total distance is 5 + 6 = 11 miles.

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How do you determine how many times more one quantity is than another?

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Divide the larger quantity by the smaller quantity. For example, if Julia swam 30 laps and Jayla swam 15 laps, Julia swam 30 ÷ 15 = 2 times more laps.

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What is the importance of reading a word problem carefully?

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Reading a word problem carefully helps you understand what is being asked and identify the necessary steps to solve it.

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What does it mean to 'give away' items in a problem?

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'Giving away' items means to distribute or donate them, which often requires calculating the total number of items involved.

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How can you check your answer after solving a word problem?

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You can check your answer by reviewing the steps you took and ensuring they align with the problem's requirements.

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What is a key strategy for solving multi-step word problems?

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Break the problem down into smaller, manageable steps and solve each step one at a time.