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Two-Step Math: Write Equations & Check Answers!

Anthony Clark

Created by Anthony Clark

10 questions

2nd Grade

Math

Two-Step Math: Write Equations & Check Answers! is a Grade 2 worksheet that builds fluency with addition and subtraction word problems involving changing quantities. Students solve 10 multiple-choice problems, writing an equation to represent each situation. The set includes an introductory one-step problem and two-step problems that require students to follow a subtraction-then-addition sequence, such as tracking candies, toy cars, books, or other quantities. This free printable worksheet helps students connect story details to mathematical operations, preserve the order of steps, and select the answer that matches their equation. It is useful for independent practice, guided instruction, homework, or a quick check of students’ ability to model everyday situations with equations. The worksheet includes a complete answer key for efficient review and grading.

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Two-Step Math: Write Equations & Check Answers!

Total questions: 10

Name
Class
Date
1.

Lily has 5 apples. She buys 3 more apples. How many apples does she have now? Write an equation to show your work.

a)

8

b)

6

c)

4

d)

10

2.

Tom has 10 candies. He gives 4 candies to his friend. Then, he buys 6 more candies. How many candies does Tom have now? Write an equation to show your work.

a)

12

b)

8

c)

16

d)

10

3.

Sara has 8 balloons. 3 balloons pop. She buys 5 more balloons. How many balloons does she have now? Write an equation to show your work.

a)

6

b)

8

c)

12

d)

10

4.

Jake has 12 toy cars. He gives 5 to his brother and then buys 3 more. How many toy cars does Jake have now? Write an equation to show your work.

a)

8

b)

7

c)

15

d)

10

5.

Emma has 15 stickers. She gives 7 stickers to her friend. Then, she finds 4 more stickers. How many stickers does Emma have now? Write an equation to show your work.

a)

10

b)

8

c)

12

d)

16

6.

A farmer has 20 chickens. He sells 8 chickens and then buys 5 more. How many chickens does the farmer have now? Write an equation to show your work.

a)

17

b)

12

c)

15

d)

25

7.

There are 18 students in a class. 6 students go home early, and then 4 new students join the class. How many students are in the class now? Write an equation to show your work.

a)

14

b)

10

c)

20

d)

16

8.

A baker made 30 cookies. He sold 12 cookies and then baked 10 more. How many cookies does he have now? Write an equation to show your work.

a)

25

b)

28

c)

22

d)

30

9.

Mia has 25 marbles. She loses 10 marbles and then finds 5 more. How many marbles does Mia have now? Write an equation to show your work.

a)

15

b)

20

c)

5

d)

30

10.

A library has 50 books. 15 books are checked out, and then 10 new books are added to the library. How many books are in the library now? Write an equation to show your work.

a)

40

b)

55

c)

30

d)

45

WaygroundAnswer Key

Two-Step Math: Write Equations & Check Answers!

Total questions: 10

1.
a)

8

2.
a)

12

3.
d)

10

4.
d)

10

5.
c)

12

6.
a)

17

7.
d)

16

8.
b)

28

9.
b)

20

10.
d)

45

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What does this Grade 2 worksheet cover?

This worksheet covers writing equations and solving one- and two-step addition and subtraction word problems. Its 10 multiple-choice items ask students to track a quantity as it increases, decreases, or changes twice, then choose the answer that matches the equation they write.

How can I use this worksheet to teach two-step word problems?

Model one problem by identifying the starting amount, the first change, and the second change before writing an equation. Then have students explain why the operation order matters in examples such as giving away candies before buying more, and use the remaining items for guided or independent practice.

What mistakes should I watch for when students complete this worksheet?

Students may use only the first change and ignore the second, reverse addition and subtraction, or combine the numbers without following the story’s sequence. In the multiple-choice items, watch for answers that represent an intermediate amount rather than the final quantity, such as after items are given away but before new items are added.

How do I assign and grade this worksheet?

This worksheet is available as a printable PDF and as a digital quiz on Wayground, and it includes a complete answer key. Printable submissions can be graded by scanning student work with the Wayground for Teachers app, while the digital version can be assigned for online responses.

How can I differentiate this worksheet for my students?

Use the worksheet’s Advanced Settings to adjust font spacing or choose a larger font size so the word problems and answer choices are easier to read. You can also enable a dyslexia-friendly font or translate the candy, toy car, cookie, and library-book problems into another language when language access is a barrier.

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