Multi-Step Addition & Subtraction Word Problems

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What is multi-step addition?

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Multi-step addition involves solving problems that require more than one addition operation to find the total.

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What is multi-step subtraction?

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Multi-step subtraction involves solving problems that require more than one subtraction operation to find the remaining amount.

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How do you solve a word problem?

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Read the problem carefully, identify the numbers, determine what is being asked, and perform the necessary calculations.

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What does 'remaining' mean in a word problem?

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'Remaining' refers to what is left after some have been taken away or used.

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If you have 10 apples and give away 3, how many do you have left?

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7 apples.

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What is the first step in solving a multi-step word problem?

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Identify the key information and numbers in the problem.

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What does 'total' mean?

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'Total' is the sum of all parts or amounts combined.

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If you have 5 candies and you buy 3 more, how many candies do you have now?

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8 candies.

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What is an example of a multi-step addition problem?

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If you have 12 oranges and buy 15 more, then give away 5, how many do you have left? (12 + 15 - 5 = 22)

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What is an example of a multi-step subtraction problem?

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If you have 50 balloons, lose 10, and then give away 15, how many do you have left? (50 - 10 - 15 = 25)