Multiplication word problems

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What is multiplication?

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Multiplication is a mathematical operation where a number is added to itself a certain number of times. For example, 3 x 4 means adding 3 four times: 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 = 12.

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What does the multiplication symbol 'x' mean?

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The 'x' symbol represents multiplication. It shows that two numbers are to be multiplied together.

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How do you solve a multiplication word problem?

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To solve a multiplication word problem, identify the quantities involved, determine how many times one quantity is repeated, and then multiply.

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What is a multiplication equation?

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A multiplication equation shows the relationship between two numbers being multiplied. For example, 5 x 3 = 15.

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If Jayden walks 7 dogs each day for 5 days, how many dogs does he walk in total?

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7 x 5 = 35 dogs.

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What is rounding?

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Rounding is adjusting a number to the nearest specified value, such as the nearest ten or hundred.

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What is the nearest ten to 287?

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290 is the nearest ten to 287.

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How do you find the total when adding two quantities?

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To find the total, simply add the two quantities together. For example, if Rob sells 127 bottles and Wyatt sells 169 bottles, the total is 127 + 169 = 296.

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If there were 789 people at a game and 27 left, how do you find the original number?

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To find the original number, add the number of people who left to the number remaining: 789 + 27 = 816.

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How do you calculate total distance driven over several days?

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To calculate total distance, multiply the distance driven each day by the number of days. For example, 9 miles x 3 days = 27 miles.