Some problems need two math steps — read carefully and solve one step at a time!
A ONE-STEP problem needs a single addition or subtraction to solve. A TWO-STEP problem needs two math operations — you solve the first step, then use that answer in the second step. Read carefully and underline the important numbers!
There are 43 apples in a basket. 16 are taken out. How many apples are left? → 43 − 16 = 27 apples. Done in one step! ✅
Sam has 25 stickers. He buys 18 more. Then he gives 12 to his sister. How many does Sam have now? Step 1: 25 + 18 = 43 stickers (after buying) Step 2: 43 − 12 = 31 stickers (after giving away) → Sam has 31 stickers! 🎉
How to solve a two-step problem:
There are 60 seats on a bus. 24 people get on at Stop 1. Then 15 more get on at Stop 2. How many empty seats are left?
Remember This!
Circle the question at the end of the problem! It tells you exactly what your final answer needs to be about.