Solving 2 Step Word Problems

What is the first step when solving a word problem?

• Circle the numbers

• Choose a variable

• Read the word problem carefully

• Write down the equation

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

In the problem about Jenny, what does the variable 'c' represent?

• Cost of each candy bar

• Total amount spent

• Number of candy bars

• Cost of the magazine

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CCSS.HSA-SSE.A.1A

Which number is placed next to the variable 'c' in Jenny's problem?

• 2.50

• 8.00

• 3.50

• 23.50

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CCSS.HSA-SSE.A.1A

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

• Multiply or divide

• Add or subtract

• Circle the numbers

• Choose a variable

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A

After subtracting 3.50 from 23.50 in Jenny's problem, what is the result?

• 20.00

• 19.00

• 21.00

• 18.00

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CCSS.5.NBT.B.7

In the second example, what does the variable 'p' represent?

• Amount left after buying pens

• Number of pens

• Total amount spent

• Cost of each pen

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CCSS.HSA-SSE.A.1A

What is the largest number in the second example problem?

• 84

• 6

• 22.38

• 3.59

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CCSS.5.NBT.A.3B

What operation is performed after moving 84 cents to the other side in the second example?

• Addition

• Multiplication

• Subtraction

• Division

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CCSS.HSA.REI.A.1

What is the final cost of each pen in the second example?

• 3.49

• 3.60

• 3.59

• 3.50

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CCSS.7.EE.B.3

What is the final step in solving a word problem?

• Circle the numbers

• Choose a variable

• Label the answer

• Write the equation

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CCSS.7.EE.B.4A