Multi-Step Word Problems and Operations

This lesson teaches how to solve multi-step word problems using various operations. It emphasizes understanding the question to determine the necessary operations. Two examples are provided: one involving cakes and another about calculating change. The lesson highlights the importance of planning and executing multiple steps to reach a solution.

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

• Guess the answer

• Identify the question being asked

• Perform all operations at once

• Ignore the question

In the cake problem, what operation is suggested by the phrase 'left over'?

• Division

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

• Addition

How many total pieces of cake are there if each of the three cakes has five pieces?

• 20

• 25

• 15

• 10

After each of the twelve students takes a slice, how many pieces of cake are left?

• 4

• 3

• 2

• 1

What is the first step in solving the money problem involving Tara?

• Subtract the total spent from $20

• Add the cost of the items

• Multiply the cost of the items

• Divide the total by the number of items

How much did Tara spend in total at the store?

• $10

• $13

• $11

• $12

What operation is used to find out how much change Tara received?

• Division

• Multiplication

• Subtraction

• Addition

How much change did Tara receive after her purchase?

• $9

• $8

• $7

• $10

Why is it important to plan out operations in multi-step problems?

• To ensure accuracy

• To save time

• To avoid using a calculator

• To impress others

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

• Perform all operations again

• Ignore the question

• Guess the answer

• Check the answer