Solving Multi-Step Word Problems

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What is a multi-step word problem?

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A multi-step word problem is a math problem that requires more than one step to solve, often involving multiple operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you approach solving a multi-step word problem?

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1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the information given. 3. Determine what is being asked. 4. Break the problem into smaller steps. 5. Solve each step in order.

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What operation would you use to find out how many more items are needed?

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You would use subtraction to find out how many more items are needed.

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If a problem states 'each person has an equal amount', what does that imply?

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It implies that you need to divide the total amount by the number of people.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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

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How do you calculate the total after adding and subtracting items?

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You add the items together and then subtract the items that were removed from the total.

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What does it mean to combine quantities in a word problem?

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Combining quantities means to add the amounts together to find a total.

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If a problem involves equal sharing, what mathematical operation do you use?

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You use division to find out how much each person gets.

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What is the importance of identifying keywords in a word problem?

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Keywords help you determine which operations to use, such as 'total' for addition or 'left' for subtraction.

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How do you find the number of items left after some are taken away?

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You subtract the number of items taken away from the original total.