Solving Two-Step Word Problems

This lesson teaches how to solve two-step word problems by completing all necessary steps. It includes examples of adding and subtracting marbles to find the total or remaining number of marbles in a race. The lesson emphasizes understanding each part of the problem and correctly applying addition or subtraction to reach the solution.

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

• Guess the answer

• Solve it in one step

• Identify the steps needed

• Ignore the problem

How many marbles are there initially before Lilly adds more?

• 14 blue and 22 green

• 9 blue and 14 green

• 22 blue and 14 green

• 14 blue and 9 green

After adding 9 marbles, what is the total number of marbles in the race?

• 36

• 45

• 31

• 50

How many marbles does Lilly take out of the race?

• 9

• 22

• 14

• 6

What is the final number of marbles left after Zim takes out more marbles?

• 23

• 45

• 17

• 6