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

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What is a multiplication word problem?

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A multiplication word problem is a math problem that describes a situation where you need to find the total by multiplying. It usually involves real-life scenarios.

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How do you solve a multiplication word problem?

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To solve a multiplication word problem, read the problem carefully, identify the numbers involved, determine what is being asked, and then use multiplication to find the answer.

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Example of a simple multiplication word problem: If there are 4 bags with 5 apples each, how many apples are there in total?

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To find the total number of apples, multiply the number of bags by the number of apples in each bag: 4 x 5 = 20 apples.

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What does 'times' mean in multiplication?

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'Times' is a term used in multiplication to indicate how many groups of a number you have. For example, 3 times 2 means you have 3 groups of 2.

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What is the product in multiplication?

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The product is the result of multiplying two or more numbers together. For example, in 6 x 7, the product is 42.

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What is an array in multiplication?

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An array is a visual representation of multiplication using rows and columns. For example, 3 rows of 4 objects each can represent 3 x 4.

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What is a factor in multiplication?

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A factor is a number that is multiplied by another number to get a product. In 5 x 3, both 5 and 3 are factors.

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What is a real-life example of a multiplication word problem?

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If a pack of gum costs $2 and you buy 3 packs, how much do you spend in total? You would multiply: 2 x 3 = $6.

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What does 'each' mean in a multiplication word problem?

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'Each' refers to every individual item in a group. For example, if there are 5 boxes and each box has 2 toys, you multiply 5 x 2.