Solving One-Step Multiplication and Division Word Problems

This video tutorial covers solving one-step problems using the RUCKSACK method. It explains multiplication using the grid method and division using the partitioning method. Examples include calculating the total number of buttons and stickers, and sharing sweets and pencils equally.

What does the acronym RUCKSACK stand for?

• Read, Understand, Choose, Solve, Answer, Check

• Read, Use, Calculate, Know, Solve, Answer, Check, Know

• Review, Understand, Calculate, Keep, Solve, Answer, Check, Keep

• Read, Understand, Calculate, Keep, Solve, Answer, Check

What method is used for multiplication problems in the video?

• Partitioning method

• Grid method

• Long multiplication

• Area model

What is the first step in the RUCKSACK method?

• Solve the problem

• Choose the calculation

• Read the question

• Understand the question

How many buttons does Charlie have in total?

• 300

• 250

• 350

• 400

How many stickers does Sam have in total?

• 455

• 445

• 450

• 448

What is the result of 32 multiplied by 14?

• 455

• 442

• 450

• 448

What method is used for division problems in the video?

• Short division

• Long division

• Partitioning method

• Area model

What does partitioning involve in division problems?

• Dividing numbers into smaller groups

• Multiplying numbers by 10

• Adding numbers together

• Subtracting numbers from each other

How many sweets does each person get when Tara shares her 84 jelly sweets with herself and three friends?

• 22

• 20

• 23

• 21

How many pencils does each child get when 96 pencils are shared equally among six children?

• 16

• 14

• 17

• 15