Two-Step Word Problems

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What is a two-step word problem?

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A two-step word problem is a math problem that requires two operations to find the answer, often involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you solve a two-step word problem?

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1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the two operations needed. 3. Solve the first operation. 4. Use the result to solve the second operation.

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What is multiplication?

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Multiplication is a mathematical operation where a number is added to itself a certain number of times.

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What is addition?

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Addition is a mathematical operation where two or more numbers are combined to get a total.

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What is subtraction?

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Subtraction is a mathematical operation where one number is taken away from another.

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What is division?

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Division is a mathematical operation where a number is split into equal parts.

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If Serenity made 6 necklaces with 8 charms each, how many charms did she make in total?

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48 charms (6 x 8 = 48).

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If Lacy has 5 watermelons with 9 seeds each, how many seeds does she have in total?

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45 seeds (5 x 9 = 45).

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How many cookies did Kim and Sarah sell together if Kim sold 4 bags and Sarah sold 5 bags, with each bag containing 8 cookies?

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72 cookies (4 x 8 + 5 x 8 = 32 + 40 = 72).

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If Seth grows 9 carrots and 7 tomatoes, how many vegetables does he have in total?

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16 vegetables (9 + 7 = 16).