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Grade 4/Multiplication

Word Problems: Two-Step Mixed Operations

Two-step problems combining ×/÷ with +/−.
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Practice Questions

  1. A gardener plants 4 rows of 7 flowers 🌷, then adds 5 more. How many now?
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    33

  2. A school buys 3 packs of 12 markers 🖊️ and gives 7 to a class. How many left?
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    29

  3. There are 6 trays with 9 cupcakes 🧁 each. 11 cupcakes are eaten. How many remain?
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    43

  4. A team has 5 vans with 8 seats each 🚐. 6 seats are reserved. How many open seats?
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    34

  5. A book fair sells 7 boxes of 10 books 📚 and then 18 loose books. How many sold?
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    88

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Teaching Notes

Emphasize identifying key information and the order of operations. Encourage students to draw models or diagrams to visualize problems.

Vocabulary
Two-step problem: A problem needing two math operations.
Mixed operations: Using more than one math skill.
Common Mistakes
  • Adding before making the groups
  • Unit mismatch
  • Incorrect operation choice.
  • Missing a step.
  • Ignoring units.
  • Misinterpreting problem context.
Differentiation
SupportUse manipulatives or act it out.
ChallengeCreate own multi-step problems.
Discussion Questions
  • What information is needed first?
  • Why are there two steps?
  • How do units help understand the answer?
  • Could we solve this in a different order?
Extension Activities
  • Create two-step problems.
  • Use drawings to solve.
  • Identify operations needed.
Parent Tip

Act out a simple two-step scenario with toys.

Learning Path
Skill Cluster

Problem Solving with Operations

Estimated Time

14 minutes

Skills Practiced
Two step reasoningUnits consistency