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, either multiplication or division.

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How do you solve a division word problem?

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To solve a division word problem, divide the total amount by the number of groups or people.

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How do you solve a multiplication word problem?

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To solve a multiplication word problem, multiply the number of groups by the amount in each group.

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If you have 21 pencils and 7 students, how many pencils does each student get?

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3

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If Mia, Anika, and Avery have 18 balloons to share, how many balloons does each get?

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6

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What is the total number of books if there are 3 shelves with 9 books each?

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27

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If Bonnie, Scarlett, Anne, and Victor have 24 candies to share, how many candies does each get?

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6

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How many bags of chips does Robert have if he has 6 boxes with 10 bags each?

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60

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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.

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What is the formula for multiplication?

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The formula for multiplication is: Number of Groups × Amount in Each Group = Total.