Solving Two-Step Word Problems

This lesson teaches how to solve two-step problems using equations. It involves understanding a problem, identifying necessary operations, and applying subtraction and division to find solutions. The example problem involves distributing cupcakes into boxes after some are eaten. The lesson emphasizes breaking down problems into parts and using appropriate mathematical operations to solve them.

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

• Ask someone else

• Identify the operations needed

• Guess the answer

• Write down random numbers

What should you do after identifying the operations needed in a problem?

• Solve each part step by step

• Ignore the operations

• Ask for help

• Write down random numbers

What operation is used when you have a total and some are taken away?

• Subtraction

• Division

• Addition

• Multiplication

What is the first operation used in the cupcake problem?

• Addition

• Subtraction

• Division

• Multiplication

What is the first piece of information given in the cupcake problem?

• Number of cupcakes left

• Number of cupcakes eaten

• Number of cupcakes made

• Number of boxes

If Hailee made 36 cupcakes and her sister ate 6, how many are left?

• 42

• 30

• 24

• 28

What does the number 30 represent in the cupcake problem?

• Cupcakes left after eating

• Cupcakes eaten

• Boxes used

• Total cupcakes made

What does the word 'equally' suggest in a math problem?

• Division

• Addition

• Multiplication

• Subtraction

How many cupcakes are placed in each box if 30 cupcakes are divided into 5 boxes?

• 5

• 6

• 8

• 7

What is the result of dividing 30 by 5?

• 6

• 7

• 5

• 4