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Grade 5/Multiplication

Multi-Step Money Problems

Multi-step money problems involving ×, +, −.
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Practice Questions

  1. Notebooks cost $2.25 each 📓. You buy 7. How much do you pay?
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    $15.75

  2. A movie ticket is $8.50 🎬. 5 friends go. Total cost?
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    $42.50

  3. Bottled water is $0.90 💧. A case has 12. How much for a case?
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    $10.80

  4. Stickers are $0.75 each 🩷. You buy 9 and use a $2.00 coupon. What do you pay?
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    $4.75

  5. A sandwich costs $4.60 🥪. You buy 3 and a drink for $1.25. Total?
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    $15.05

Teacher Resources
Teaching Notes

Emphasize breaking down multi-step problems. Model how to set up equations and track costs carefully.

Vocabulary
Decimal: A number with a point separating whole and fractional parts.
Total cost: The final price for multiple items.
Common Mistakes
  • Dropping cents
  • Rounding too early
  • Incorrect order of operations
  • Calculation errors
  • Missing decimal point
  • Forgetting dollar sign
Differentiation
SupportVisualize with play money or drawings.
ChallengeCreate own multi-step money problems.
Discussion Questions
  • Why are two decimals important for money?
  • When do we multiply with money?
  • How can estimation help solve these problems?
  • What real-life situations use this skill?
Extension Activities
  • Calculate total cost of groceries.
  • Plan a party budget.
  • Compare prices of items.
Parent Tip

Involve your child in calculating costs when shopping.

Learning Path
Skill Cluster

Financial Literacy & Operations

Estimated Time

14 minutes

Skills Practiced
Money multiplicationFormat two decimals