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 used to find the total of equal groups.

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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 how many groups there are, and how many items are in each group, then multiply the two numbers.

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What is the multiplication equation for Corinne's cookie problem?

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The equation is 9 trays × 6 cookies per tray = 54 cookies.

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What is the multiplication equation for Ryker's sushi problem?

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The equation is 4 trays × 6 rolls per tray = 24 rolls.

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How do you find the total number of items in equal groups?

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Multiply the number of groups by the number of items in each group.

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What is the multiplication equation for the jelly beans problem?

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The equation is 5 packs × 9 jelly beans per pack = 45 jelly beans.

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How do you calculate the total number of songs Malia sang?

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Multiply the number of songs she sang per hour by the number of hours she sang: 7 songs/hour × 4 hours = 28 songs.

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What is the multiplication equation for the apple pies problem?

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The equation is 3 teachers × 7 pies per teacher = 21 pies.

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What is the importance of understanding multiplication in word problems?

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Understanding multiplication helps in solving problems that involve equal groups, scaling, and finding totals in various real-life situations.

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What are some keywords that indicate a multiplication problem?

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Keywords include 'each', 'total', 'altogether', 'in all', and 'per'.