Multistep Word Problems

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What is a multistep word problem?

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

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How do you approach solving a multistep word problem?

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1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the information given and what is being asked. 3. Break the problem into smaller steps. 4. Solve each step in order. 5. Check your work.

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What operation would you use to find out how many items are left after giving some away?

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Subtraction is used to find out how many items are left after giving some away.

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If you have a total amount and you buy something, how do you find out how much money you have left?

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Subtract the cost of the item from the total amount you had.

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What is the first step in solving the problem: 'Jayden got 75 baseball cards for his birthday. He gave 38 to his best friend.'?

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The first step is to subtract the number of cards given away (38) from the total cards received (75).

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In the problem about Ben and Alex, how do you find out how much more money Ben spent than Alex?

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Calculate the total amount Ben spent and the total amount Alex spent, then subtract Alex's total from Ben's total.

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What is the total number of crabs Rose saw on Monday and Wednesday if she saw 13 on Monday and 19 on Wednesday?

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Add the number of crabs seen on Monday (13) and Wednesday (19) to get a total of 32 crabs.

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What is the formula to calculate the total cost of multiple items?

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Total Cost = Number of Items x Cost per Item.

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How do you determine the difference in spending between two people?

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Subtract the total amount spent by one person from the total amount spent by the other person.

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What does it mean to check your work after solving a problem?

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Checking your work means reviewing your calculations and reasoning to ensure that your answer is correct.