Multiplication and Division Word Problems

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What is multiplication?

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Multiplication is a mathematical operation that represents the repeated addition of a number. It combines groups of equal sizes.

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What is division?

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Division is a mathematical operation that represents the process of splitting a number into equal parts or groups. It is the inverse of multiplication.

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How do you solve a multiplication word problem?

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To solve a multiplication word problem, identify the total number of groups and the number of items in each group, then multiply these two numbers.

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How do you solve a division word problem?

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To solve a division word problem, identify the total number of items and the number of groups, then divide the total by the number of groups.

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What is the relationship between multiplication and division?

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Multiplication and division are inverse operations. If a × b = c, then c ÷ b = a and c ÷ a = b.

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem that is presented in the form of a narrative or story, requiring interpretation and problem-solving skills.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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The first step in solving a word problem is to read the problem carefully and identify the key information and what is being asked.

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What does it mean to 'share equally' in a division problem?

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To 'share equally' means to divide a total amount into equal parts so that each part is the same size.

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How can you check your answer after solving a multiplication problem?

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You can check your answer by using division. If you multiply the answer by one of the factors, it should equal the original total.

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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.