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Multi-Step Word Problems Worksheets for 5th Grade

These multi-step word problems worksheets give parents and teachers focused, repeatable practice for 5th Grade learners. Solve multi-step problems that combine whole-number, decimal, and fraction reasoning. Choose a fixed-seed sample or make a fresh printable without creating an account.

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    Multi-Step Word Problems
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    1. Jordan has 25.25 meters of ribbon, then gets 5.84 meters more, and after that uses 2.79 meters. How many meters remain after both steps?
    2. Taylor has 5/2 yards of ribbon, then adds 1/2 yard, and after that uses 1/2 yard. How many yards remain after both steps?
    3. Morgan has 16.06 meters of ribbon, then gets 16.71 meters more, and after that uses 2.98 meters. How many meters remain after both steps?
    4. Sam has 33.77 meters of ribbon, then gets 3.86 meters more, and after that uses 8.56 meters. How many meters remain after both steps?

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    Multi-Step Word Problems
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    1. Sam combines 12 books with 18 more, then after that shares all of them equally among 2 groups. How many books are in each group after both steps?
    2. Jordan has 4/2 yards of ribbon, then adds 2/2 yard, and after that uses 2/2 yard. How many yards remain after both steps?
    3. Taylor has 9.29 meters of ribbon, then gets 19.73 meters more, and after that uses 4.06 meters. How many meters remain after both steps?
    4. Avery has 41.56 meters of ribbon, then gets 10.76 meters more, and after that uses 6.97 meters. How many meters remain after both steps?

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    Multi-Step Word Problems
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    1. Sam has 49.28 meters of ribbon, then gets 5.47 meters more, and after that uses 1.20 meters. How many meters remain after both steps?
    2. Sam has 14/10 yards of ribbon, then adds 2/10 yard, and after that uses 3/10 yard. How many yards remain after both steps?
    3. Avery starts with 59 blocks, then receives 26 more, and after that gives away 18. How many blocks remain after both steps?
    4. Jordan has 9/4 yards of ribbon, then adds 1/4 yard, and after that uses 4/4 yard. How many yards remain after both steps?

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Situation routine

Read, model, solve in context.

Underline what is known, state what is being asked, and write one equation for each required step.

Question lens

Solve multi-step problems that combine whole-number, decimal, and fraction reasoning.

  1. 01

    State what is known and what the question asks.

  2. 02

    Choose an operation for a reason and record the model.

  3. 03

    Solve, then answer with the unit or context restored.

01Problem

Jordan has 25.25 meters of ribbon, then gets 5.84 meters more, and after that uses 2.79 meters. How many meters remain after both steps?

02 · Answer28.30
03 · Check

Underline what is known, state what is being asked, and write one equation for each required step. This example supports the page objective: Solve multi-step problems that combine whole-number, decimal, and fraction reasoning.

Teacher sequence

Introduce, model, practice, inspect

Move through the sequence vertically. Each step has a distinct classroom decision rather than a hidden swipe panel.

  1. Introduce

    Set one visible purpose

    • Ask the learner to identify known quantities, the question, and a reasonable operation. For this multi-step word problems set, begin without a timer.
  2. Model

    Demonstrate the situation model

    • Underline what is known, state what is being asked, and write one equation for each required step.
  3. Practice

    Assign the focused set

    • Require an equation, labeled work, and a sentence that answers the question. Regenerate only when the learner is ready for another arrangement of the same objective.
  4. Inspect

    Use errors to choose the next move

    • Choosing an operation from a keyword without understanding the situation. Watch for this specifically during multi-step word problems practice.
    • Giving an unlabeled number that does not answer the stated question. Use the worked correction as the next teaching example.
Standards reference

Skill alignment

Alignment labels identify the primary skill practiced. A worksheet is supplemental practice and does not assess every part of a standard.

System
Common Core
Standard
5.NBT.B.7
Match
primary alignment
Reference
Common Core State Standards Initiative — Mathematics Standards
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Frequently asked questions

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  1. What does this 5th Grade Multi-Step Word Problems worksheet practice?
    Finding

    Solve multi-step problems that combine whole-number, decimal, and fraction reasoning.

  2. How should adults use the Multi-Step Word Problems printable?
    Finding

    Start with one untimed set, review the learner's strategy, and use the answer key to discuss errors. Generate a new fixed-seed set only after the current skill is understood.

  3. Does the Multi-Step Word Problems download include answers?
    Finding

    Yes. The free PDF can include an appended answer key, or the answer key can be downloaded separately for adult use.

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