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 find the total number of items when given packs and items per pack?

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Multiply the number of packs by the number of items in each pack. For example, if there are 9 packs with 8 cards each, the total is 9 x 8 = 72 cards.

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What is the first step to solve a multi-step word problem?

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked and identify the important information.

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How do you determine how many pages are needed for items if you know how many fit on each page?

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Divide the total number of items by the number of items that fit on each page. Round up if necessary.

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What operation would you use to find out how many pieces of pie each family member ate if they ate the same amount over several days?

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You would divide the total number of pieces by the number of days.

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If you start with a certain number of items and give some away, how do you find out how many you have left?

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Subtract the number of items given away from the original number of items.

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What is the importance of organizing information in a word problem?

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Organizing information helps to clearly see the steps needed to solve the problem and avoid confusion.

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How can you check if your answer to a word problem is correct?

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You can check your answer by going back through the problem and verifying each step or by using the answer in the context of the problem.

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What does it mean to have 'more than' in a word problem?

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'More than' indicates that you need to add a certain amount to another number.

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How do you solve a problem that involves comparing quantities?

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Find the difference between the two quantities by subtracting the smaller quantity from the larger one.