Multiplication Word Problems

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What is a partial product in multiplication?

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A partial product is the result of multiplying a single digit of one factor by the entire other factor, used in the process of breaking down multiplication into simpler steps.

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How do you calculate the total calories consumed when given the calories per item and the quantity consumed?

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Multiply the calories per item by the total quantity consumed. For example, if a banana has 105 calories and 14 bananas are eaten, the total calories are 105 x 14 = 1,470.

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What is the next step in finding partial products for the multiplication problem 82 x 42 after calculating 40 x 80?

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The next step is to multiply the remaining parts, which would be 2 x 80 and 2 x 2, and then add all the partial products together.

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In a multiplication problem, what does the term 'missing partial product' refer to?

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It refers to a component of the multiplication that has not been calculated yet, which is necessary to complete the overall multiplication.

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How do you find the total cost of multiple items with different prices?

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Multiply the quantity of each item by its price, then sum all the individual costs to find the total cost.

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What is the formula to calculate the total cost of printers and paper if given their individual costs and quantities?

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Total Cost = (Number of Printers x Cost per Printer) + (Number of Packages of Paper x Cost per Package).

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What is the significance of breaking down multiplication into partial products?

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Breaking down multiplication into partial products simplifies the calculation process, making it easier to manage larger numbers and understand the multiplication concept.

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What is the result of multiplying 50 by 20?

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The result of multiplying 50 by 20 is 1,000.

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How do you approach solving a word problem involving multiplication?

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Identify the quantities involved, determine what is being asked, translate the words into a mathematical equation, and then solve.

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What is the total number of calories consumed if each banana has 105 calories and 14 bananas are eaten?

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The total number of calories consumed is 1,470 calories.