Multi-Step Word Problems

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

• Add the number of bags to the number of items in each bag.

• Multiply the number of bags by the number of items in each bag.

• Subtract the number of items in each bag from the number of bags.

• Divide the number of items in each bag by the number of bags.

What is the total number of toys if Johnathan and Christian each had 9 bags with 7 toys?

• 108 toys

• 126 toys

• 98 toys

• 144 toys

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

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

• Solve the entire problem in one go without breaking it down.

• Ignore the details and focus on the final answer.

• Ask someone else to solve the problem for you.

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

• Multiply the total number of items by the number of groups.

• Add the total number of items to the number of groups.

• Divide the total number of items by the number of groups.

• Subtract the number of groups from the total number of items.

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

• Multiply the smaller quantity by the larger quantity.

• Add the two quantities together.

• Divide the larger quantity by the smaller quantity.

• Subtract the smaller quantity from the larger quantity.

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

• By reviewing the steps you took and ensuring they align with the problem's requirements.

• By asking a friend to verify your answer.

• By guessing the answer again and seeing if it feels right.

• By ignoring the problem and moving on to the next one.

What is a multi-step word problem?

• A math problem that requires only one step to solve.

• A math problem that requires more than one step to solve, often involving multiple operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

• A problem that can be solved using only addition.

• A problem that involves only division.

If Morgan and Em bought flowers for $22.56 each and paid with $50, how much change did Morgan get back?

• $3.50

• $4.00

• $4.88

• $5.12

How many laps did Julia swim if she swam 2 times more laps than Jayla who swam 15 laps?

• 15 laps

• 20 laps

• 25 laps

• 30 laps

How many tulips did Gianna and Chelsea pick if they picked 10 red, 6 yellow, and 8 pink tulips?

• 20 tulips

• 22 tulips

• 24 tulips

• 26 tulips