One Step Word Problems

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What is a one-step word problem?

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A one-step word problem is a math problem that can be solved in one simple step, usually involving addition or subtraction.

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How do you find the total number of items when given a quantity and a type?

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You can find the total by adding the number of items of each type together.

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If I have 2 dozen cookies, how many cookies do I have in total?

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2 dozen equals 24 cookies.

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What does 'more than' mean in a word problem?

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'More than' means to add a certain number to another number.

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How do you determine how many more items one person has than another?

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You subtract the smaller number from the larger number.

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If Max has 15 markers and Emma has 8, how do you find out how many more Max has?

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Subtract Emma's markers (8) from Max's markers (15): 15 - 8 = 7.

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What is the meaning of 'twice as much' in a word problem?

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'Twice as much' means to multiply the amount by 2.

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If Riley ate 9 cookies and Evan ate twice as much, how many cookies did Evan eat?

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Evan ate 9 x 2 = 18 cookies.

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

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked.

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How can you check your answer after solving a word problem?

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You can check your answer by plugging it back into the problem to see if it makes sense.