Multi-Step Addition and Subtraction Word Problems

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What is a multi-step addition and subtraction word problem?

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A problem that requires more than one step to solve, involving both addition and subtraction operations.

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How do you approach solving a multi-step word problem?

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

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked.

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If Moe drives 891 miles in total and has driven 128 + 298 + 199 miles from Monday to Wednesday, how do you find out how many more miles he drives from Thursday to Saturday?

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First, add the miles driven from Monday to Wednesday (128 + 298 + 199 = 625). Then subtract this total from 891 (891 - 625 = 266).

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What is the total score of Terry's basketball team if they scored 24 points in the 1st quarter, 34 in the 2nd, and 6 in the 4th?

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To find the score in the 3rd quarter, first add the points from the 1st, 2nd, and 4th quarters (24 + 34 + 6 = 64). Then subtract this from the final score (82 - 64 = 18).

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How do you find out how many more minutes June practiced the harp than the trumpet?

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Add the harp practice times (24 + 45 = 69) and the trumpet practice times (29 + 32 = 61). Then subtract the trumpet total from the harp total (69 - 61 = 8).

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What is the total number of animals at the shelter if there are 56 cats, 92 dogs, and 8 mice?

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Add the total number of animals (56 + 92 + 8 = 156). Then subtract the number of animals adopted (156 - 48 = 108).

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What does the equation 145 - 67 = ___ represent in a word problem?

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It represents finding out how many girls are in the fifth grade if there are 145 students total and 67 boys.

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What is the importance of breaking down a word problem into smaller steps?

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It makes it easier to understand and solve the problem without getting overwhelmed.

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What is a key strategy for checking your work after solving a word problem?

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Re-read the problem and verify that your answer makes sense in the context of the question.