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, 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 the first step in solving a two-step word problem?

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The first step is to understand what the problem is asking and identify the relevant information.

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If a problem states 'Ace has 72 pages and 24 pages are left', how many pages did he read?

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Ace read 72 - 24 = 48 pages.

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What operation would you use to find out how many pages Ace read each day if he read for 6 days?

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You would use division: 48 pages ÷ 6 days = 8 pages per day.

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What is the total number of miles Novie ran this week if she ran 12 miles today and 8 miles for 6 other days?

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Novie ran a total of 12 + (8 × 6) = 60 miles.

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How do you represent the total miles Novie ran in an equation?

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The equation is n = 8 × 6 + 12.

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What is the total amount spent if Ali May spent $46 on decorations, $85 on food, and $32 on drinks?

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Total amount spent = 46 + 85 + 32 = $163.

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If Grasshopper has 800 presents and gives away 439, how many does he have left?

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Grasshopper has 800 - 439 = 361 presents left.

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What is the final number of presents Grasshopper has after giving 203 presents to Paisley Waisley?

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361 - 203 = 158 presents left.