Multiplication Word Problems

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What is multiplication?

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Multiplication is a mathematical operation that represents the repeated addition of a number. It is one of the four basic operations in arithmetic.

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How do you estimate the product of two numbers?

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To estimate the product, round each number to a convenient value (usually to the nearest ten or hundred) and then multiply the rounded numbers.

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What is a word problem in mathematics?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem expressed in words rather than numbers, requiring the reader to extract the relevant information and perform calculations.

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How can you solve a multiplication word problem?

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To solve a multiplication word problem, identify the quantities involved, determine what is being asked, and set up a multiplication equation based on the information given.

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What is the product of 19 and 302?

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The product of 19 and 302 is 5,738.

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If one bat house holds 302 bats, how many bats do 19 bat houses hold?

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To find the total number of bats in 19 bat houses, multiply 302 by 19, which equals 5,738 bats.

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What is the value of 19 televisions worth $475 each?

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The total value is calculated by multiplying 19 by 475, which equals $9,025.

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How do you calculate the total number of items in boxes?

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To calculate the total number of items, multiply the number of boxes by the number of items in each box.

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What is the total number of chocolate bars in 576 boxes with 24 bars each?

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The total number of chocolate bars is 576 multiplied by 24, which equals 13,824.

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How many desks are needed for 36 classrooms if each classroom has 28 desks?

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To find the total number of desks, multiply 28 by 36, which equals 1,008 desks.