One-Step Word Problems with Multiplication and Division

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What is a one-step word problem?

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A one-step word problem is a math problem that can be solved in one operation, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you solve a word problem involving division?

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To solve a word problem involving division, identify the total amount and the number of groups, then divide the total by the number of groups.

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What does it mean to distribute equally?

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To distribute equally means to share something so that each person or group gets the same amount.

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If you have 30 marbles and 5 jars, how do you find out how many marbles go in each jar?

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You divide the total number of marbles (30) by the number of jars (5). 30 ÷ 5 = 6 marbles per jar.

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What is multiplication?

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Multiplication is a mathematical operation where you add a number to itself a certain number of times.

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If Bodhi picks 6 apples for each of his 8 friends, how do you find the total number of apples he picks?

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You multiply the number of apples per friend (6) by the number of friends (8). 6 × 8 = 48 apples.

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What is the total number of bags of chips if there are 6 boxes with 10 bags each?

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You multiply the number of boxes (6) by the number of bags in each box (10). 6 × 10 = 60 bags.

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How do you find out how many items each person gets when sharing equally?

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You divide the total number of items by the number of people sharing.

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If Clara has 21 pencils and wants to share them with 7 students, how many pencils does each student get?

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You divide the total number of pencils (21) by the number of students (7). 21 ÷ 7 = 3 pencils per student.

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What is the formula for division?

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The formula for division is: Total ÷ Number of Groups = Amount per Group.