Master two-step multiplication and division word problems through interactive scenarios and real-world applications.
The school store has 24 pencils. They want to put them into 3 boxes with equal amounts. Then they want to know how many pencils are in 5 boxes. Can you help solve this two-step problem?
School Store Challenge
Master two-step problem solving through interactive activities and real-world scenarios
Step 1: Read carefully
Understand what the problem is asking
Step 2: Identify what you need
Find the information you need to solve
Step 3: Plan your steps
Decide what to do first and second
Step 4: Solve step by step
Work through each step carefully
Divide then multiply
24 ÷ 3 = 8, then 5 × 8 = 40
Multiply then divide
6 × 4 = 24, then 24 ÷ 3 = 8
Add then multiply
12 + 8 = 20, then 20 × 2 = 40
Always check your work
Make sure your answer makes sense
24 pencils ÷ 3 boxes = 8 per box
5 boxes × 8 pencils = 40 total
36 stickers ÷ 4 kids = 9 each
4 kids × 9 stickers = 36 total
18 erasers ÷ 2 boxes = 9 per box
6 boxes × 9 erasers = 54 total
1. Read the problem - What is it asking?
2. Find the first step - What do you need to find first?
3. Find the second step - What do you do with that answer?
4. Check your work - Does your answer make sense?