Chapter 5 Go Math

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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 multiplied by 4 (3 x 4) means adding 3 four times: 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 = 12.

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How do you find the total number of items in equal groups?

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To find the total number of items in equal groups, multiply the number of groups by the number of items in each group. For example, if there are 5 groups with 8 items each, the total is 5 x 8 = 40.

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What is division?

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Division is a mathematical operation that splits a number into equal parts. For example, 12 divided by 3 (12 ÷ 3) means splitting 12 into 3 equal parts, which equals 4.

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What is a word problem in math?

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A word problem is a mathematical question presented in a narrative form, requiring the reader to extract the relevant information and perform calculations to find the answer.

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How do you solve a word problem?

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To solve a word problem, read the problem carefully, identify the important information, decide what operation to use (addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division), and then perform the calculation.

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What is a shelf in a library?

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A shelf in a library is a flat horizontal surface used to store books. Libraries often have many shelves to organize different types of books.

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What does it mean to compare numbers?

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To compare numbers means to determine which number is greater, lesser, or if they are equal. For example, comparing 5 and 3 shows that 5 is greater than 3.

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What is a tray in gardening?

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A tray in gardening is a shallow container used to hold plants or seeds. It helps organize and water multiple plants at once.

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What is a bouquet?

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A bouquet is a collection of flowers arranged together, often given as a gift or used for decoration.

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What does 'least' mean?

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'Least' refers to the smallest amount or number in a group. For example, if one hotel buys 10 flowers and another buys 5, the second hotel buys the least.