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 solution, often involving addition and subtraction or multiplication and 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. Perform the first operation. 4. Use the result to perform the second operation.

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What is the first step in solving Laylah's jacket problem?

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Calculate the total amount Laylah earned by adding her earnings from last week and this week.

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What is the second step in solving Laylah's jacket problem?

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Subtract the amount she has left from the total amount she earned to find out how much she spent on the jacket.

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If Kevin rode the ferris wheel 7 times and bumper cars 3 times, how many rides did he take in total?

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10 rides (7 + 3 = 10).

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How do you calculate the total tickets used by Kevin?

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Multiply the total number of rides (10) by the cost per ride (5 tickets). Total tickets = 10 x 5 = 50.

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What is the total amount Jameia saved after 6 weeks?

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$42 (6 weeks x $7 per week = $42).

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How do you find out how much more Jameia needs to save for the skates?

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Subtract the total amount she saved ($42) from the cost of the skates ($289). She needs $247 more.

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What is the total amount of money Kevin and Makyah have together?

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$25 (Kevin has $20 and Makyah has $5, so $20 + $5 = $25).

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How do you calculate the change Kevin and Makyah get back after buying the gift?

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Subtract the cost of the gift ($22) from the total amount they have ($25). They get $3 back.