Solving One and Two Step Word Problems

The video tutorial covers solving one and two-step equations through various word problems. It begins with an introduction to equations and assigning variables to unknowns. The tutorial then presents ten different word problems, each focusing on a specific scenario, such as calculating the number of peaches picked, seashells given away, ink cartridges bought, and more. Each problem is solved step-by-step, demonstrating how to set up equations and find solutions. The tutorial emphasizes understanding the problem, setting up equations, and solving them to find the unknowns.

What is the first step in solving a word problem involving equations?

• Check the solution

• Solve the equation

• Set up the problem

• Assign a variable to the unknown

Jessica had 47 peaches and picked more to have a total of 80. How many did she pick?

• 33

• 47

• 80

• 27

Melissa found 98 seashells and gave some to Sam, leaving her with 15. How many did she give to Sam?

• 83

• 15

• 98

• 73

How many ink cartridges can you buy with $180 if one cartridge costs $15?

• 10

• 12

• 18

• 15

If Mike and his three friends each paid $13 at a restaurant, what was the total bill?

• $39

• $52

• $26

• $65

Julia ran 47 miles, which is 30 miles more than Pranav. How many miles did Pranav run?

• 30

• 77

• 17

• 47

If 331 students went on a field trip with 6 buses and 7 students traveled in cars, how many students were in each bus?

• 55

• 54

• 50

• 47

The sum of three consecutive numbers is 72. What is the smallest of these numbers?

• 25

• 24

• 23

• 22

Maria bought 7 boxes and later half of all her boxes were destroyed in a fire, leaving her with 22. How many did she start with?

• 29

• 44

• 37

• 30

Sumilee won 40 bouncy balls and gave 2 to each of her friends, leaving her with 8. How many friends does she have?

• 14

• 18

• 20

• 16