Multi-Step Word Problems
Multi-step word problems require two or more calculations to find the answer. Reading carefully and planning each step is essential.
What You Need to Know
Key Concept Diagram
Underline or highlight the key information in the problem
Identify what operation each step requires
Show all working so you can check each step
The answer should always include the correct unit and make sense in context
Key Vocabulary
Multi-step problem
A problem requiring more than one calculation to solve
Operation
The mathematical process needed: +, −, ×, or ÷
Key information
The numbers and facts you need to solve the problem
Unit
The label for the answer, such as kg, cm, $, or hours
Knowledge Check
Select the correct answer for each question. Click "Check Answer" to see if you are right.
Question 1
A baker makes 24 muffins per tray and has 3 trays. She sells 40 muffins. How many are left?
Question 2
Tickets cost $8 each. A family of 2 adults and 3 children buys tickets. How much do they pay?
Question 3
A car travels 60 km/h. How far does it travel in 2.5 hours?
Key Concepts Summary
- ●Underline or highlight the key information in the problem
- ●Identify what operation each step requires
- ●Show all working so you can check each step
- ●The answer should always include the correct unit and make sense in context