Procedure Word Problems

This worksheet challenges students to translate real-world scenarios into numerical expressions requiring three steps using PEMDAS. Each riddle-like situation includes multiple actions-such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, or grouping-that students must convert into a structured expression. Learners develop mathematical literacy as they interpret wording, identify key quantities, and determine the correct operation sequence. This strengthens both problem-solving and expression-building skills. Because students must show work, they reinforce step-by-step reasoning while validating their final answers. The worksheet offers engaging, real-life practice for students who need to deepen conceptual understanding behind symbolic computation.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Mathematics – Problem Solving: Translate scenarios into expressions

Mathematics – Expressions & Equations: Evaluate multi-step expressions

Mathematics – Mathematical Literacy: Interpret multi-step linguistic cues

Mathematics – Mathematical Practices: Model with mathematics

This worksheet is part of our 3-Step Order of Operations Worksheets collection.