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Grade 3 maths · T.4 · Two-Step Problems

Two-step word problems with money

Read the story, decide what to do first, and write the answer.

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  1. Sofia buys 2 tickets at R4 each and pays with a R10 note. How much change does Sofia get?

    Answer: R2

  2. Isla buys 3 snacks at R2 each and pays with a R10 note. How much change does Isla get?

    Answer: R4

  3. Chloé buys 3 plants at R4 each and pays with a R20 note. How much change does Chloé get?

    Answer: R8

Tip: Read the story, decide what to do first, and write the answer.

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Common Core: 3.OA.D.8, 3.MD.A.2

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