Multistep Division and Multiplication Word Problems

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What is the process to find out how many packs of items are bought when given the total number of items and the number of items per pack?

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To find the number of packs, divide the total number of items by the number of items per pack.

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If a total of 144 items is divided into 6 equal groups, how do you find the number of items in each group?

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Divide the total number of items (144) by the number of groups (6) to find the number of items in each group.

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How do you calculate the total number of items when you know the number of packs and the number of items in each pack?

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Multiply the number of packs by the number of items in each pack.

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What is the term used to describe the result of a division operation?

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The result of a division operation is called the quotient.

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If one box contains 8 pieces of chalk and you buy 3 boxes, how do you find the total number of pieces of chalk?

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Multiply the number of boxes (3) by the number of pieces in each box (8) to find the total.

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What is the formula for division?

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The formula for division is: Dividend ÷ Divisor = Quotient.

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What is multiplication and how is it related to repeated addition?

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Multiplication is a mathematical operation that represents repeated addition of the same number.

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How do you solve a word problem that involves both multiplication and division?

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Identify the quantities involved, determine whether to multiply or divide based on the context, and perform the necessary calculations.

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What is the difference between a divisor and a dividend in a division problem?

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The dividend is the number being divided, while the divisor is the number by which the dividend is divided.

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

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You can check your answer by multiplying the quotient by the divisor; the result should equal the dividend.