Solving Two-Step Equation Word Problems

The video tutorial covers solving two-step equation word problems using real-world examples. It begins with an introduction to two-step equations and proceeds with five examples: buying a coffee mug and refills, purchasing water bottles and pizza, buying shirts with a discount coupon, calculating temperature decrease, and determining the descent time of a submarine. Each example demonstrates how to define variables, identify constants, and solve equations efficiently.

What was the total amount Mr. Casey spent on his purchase?

• $14.50

• $23.75

• $9.50

• $1.25

What variable represents the number of refills Mr. Casey bought?

• m

• r

• x

• b

How much does each bottle of water cost in Ellen's purchase?

• $2.25

• $1.25

• $11.75

• $23.75

What is the constant value in Ellen's equation?

• $2.25

• $1.25

• $23.75

• $32.75

How many shirts did Amber buy?

• Three

• Four

• Five

• Six

What does the negative ten in Amber's equation represent?

• Discount

• Additional cost

• Shipping fee

• Tax

How many hours will it take for the temperature to drop to negative one degree?

• Nine hours

• Eight hours

• Ten hours

• Seven hours

What is the starting temperature in the temperature problem?

• 32 degrees

• 35 degrees

• 30 degrees

• 28 degrees

How many minutes will it take for the submarine to reach 842 meters below the surface?

• 50 minutes

• 80 minutes

• 60 minutes

• 70 minutes

What is the rate of descent per minute for the submarine?

• 14 meters

• 10 meters

• 12 meters

• 16 meters