Multiplication 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 is one of the four basic operations in arithmetic.

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How do you solve a multiplication word problem?

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To solve a multiplication word problem, identify the quantities involved, determine what is being asked, and set up a multiplication equation based on the information given.

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What is the product of 7 and 15?

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The product of 7 and 15 is 105.

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If a library has 7 shelves and each shelf holds 15 books, how do you find the total number of books?

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Multiply the number of shelves (7) by the number of books per shelf (15): 7 x 15 = 105.

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What is a key strategy for solving word problems?

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A key strategy is to read the problem carefully, underline important information, and translate the words into mathematical operations.

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What does the term 'total' mean in a word problem?

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The term 'total' refers to the sum or overall amount resulting from combining quantities, often found by using addition or multiplication.

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What is the difference between a factor and a product?

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A factor is a number that is multiplied by another number to get a product. The product is the result of the multiplication.

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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 performing the inverse operation, which is division, to see if it returns to the original numbers.

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What is an example of a multiplication word problem?

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An example is: 'If each box contains 6 apples and there are 4 boxes, how many apples are there in total?'

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What is the associative property of multiplication?

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The associative property states that the way in which factors are grouped in multiplication does not change the product. For example, (2 x 3) x 4 = 2 x (3 x 4).