Multistep Word Problems

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What is a multistep word problem?

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A multistep word problem is a math problem that requires more than one step to solve, often involving multiple operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you find the total number of items planted over multiple years?

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Add the number of items planted each year together to find the total.

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If you want to find out how many more items are needed to reach a goal, what is the formula?

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Subtract the total number of items already obtained from the goal to find out how many more are needed.

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What is the first step in solving a problem that involves sharing items equally?

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First, find the total number of items and then divide that number by the number of people sharing.

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How do you calculate the number of items left after giving some away?

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Subtract the number of items given away from the total number of items you had.

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What does it mean to divide items equally among a group?

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Dividing items equally means distributing the total number of items so that each person in the group receives the same amount.

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What is the equation to find the number of piles made from a total number of items?

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The equation is: Number of piles = (Total items - items given away) ÷ items per pile.

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How do you determine how many items each person gets when sharing?

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Divide the total number of items by the number of people sharing.

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What operation do you use to combine the total number of items planted over several years?

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Use addition to combine the total number of items.

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What is the importance of understanding the order of operations in multistep problems?

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Understanding the order of operations helps ensure that calculations are performed correctly to arrive at the right answer.