Multiplication and Division word problems

Front

What is the result of dividing a total number of items into equal groups called?

Back

Quotient.

Front

If a total of 28 muffins are shared equally on 4 plates, how do you calculate the number of muffins on each plate?

Back

Divide the total number of muffins (28) by the number of plates (4).

Front

What operation would you use to find the total cost of multiple items if you know the cost of one item?

Back

Multiplication.

Front

What is the equation to find the total cost of 5 chairs if each chair costs 6 dollars?

Back

5 x 6 = total cost.

Front

How do you determine how many items fit on each shelf if you have a total number of items and a number of shelves?

Back

Divide the total number of items by the number of shelves.

Front

What is the total number of pieces of candy if Ms. Kahley bought 4 bags with 80 pieces each?

Back

Multiply the number of bags (4) by the number of pieces per bag (80).

Front

What is the mathematical operation used to find out how many groups of a certain size can be made from a total?

Back

Division.

Front

In the context of word problems, what does the term 'total' usually refer to?

Back

The sum or overall amount before division or multiplication.

Front

What is the first step in solving a word problem involving multiplication?

Back

Identify the quantities involved and the operation needed.

Front

If Ra'Mello scores 24 points with each basket worth 2 points, how do you find the number of baskets made?

Back

Divide the total points (24) by the points per basket (2).