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. It often involves multiple operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you solve 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 is the first step in solving a multi-step 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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If a pack of T-shirts contains 2 shirts and you buy 5 packs, how many T-shirts do you have?

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10 T-shirts (5 packs x 2 shirts per pack = 10 shirts).

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If you have 21 chocolate cupcakes and need 101 total, how many more do you need?

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80 cupcakes (101 total - 21 chocolate = 80 more needed).

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What is the total cost if each hat costs $5 and you want to buy 3 hats?

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$15 (3 hats x $5 per hat = $15).

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How do you calculate the total number of items bought in a word problem?

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Add the quantities of each type of item together.

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If you have 15 video games and 9 are not working, how many working games do you have?

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6 working games (15 total - 9 not working = 6 working).

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What is the total amount saved if you pay $495 for lunch for the year instead of $3 per day for 180 days?

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$45 saved (Total cost for daily payment is $495, so no savings).

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What operation would you use to find out how many more items you need to buy?

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Subtraction (to find the difference between what you have and what you need).