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What is a multi-step problem?

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A multi-step problem is a mathematical question that requires more than one step to solve. It often involves multiple operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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CCSS.4.OA.A.3

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How do you find the total when adding multiple quantities?

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To find the total, add all the quantities together. For example, if you have 3 apples and 5 apples, the total is 3 + 5 = 8 apples.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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What does it mean to multiply in a word problem?

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Multiplication in a word problem often indicates that you are combining equal groups. For example, if you buy 4 packs of stickers with 5 stickers in each pack, you multiply 4 x 5 to find the total number of stickers.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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What is a discount in shopping?

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A discount is a reduction in the price of an item. For example, if a toy costs $20 and there is a $5 discount, the new price is $20 - $5 = $15.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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How do you calculate the total cost of items bought?

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To calculate the total cost, add the prices of all items together. For example, if you buy a toy for $10 and a book for $5, the total cost is $10 + $5 = $15.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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What does the letter 'x' represent in an equation?

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The letter 'x' represents an unknown value that we are trying to find in an equation.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.5

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How do you solve a problem that involves subtraction?

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To solve a subtraction problem, take the smaller number away from the larger number. For example, 10 - 4 = 6.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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

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

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CCSS.4.OA.A.3

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What does it mean to combine like terms in an equation?

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Combining like terms means to add or subtract terms that have the same variable or constant. For example, in the expression 2x + 3x, you can combine them to get 5x.

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1

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How do you check your answer after solving a problem?

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To check your answer, you can go back through the steps you took to solve the problem and see if they lead to the same result.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B