Missing Factors-Practice

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What is a factor in mathematics?

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A factor is a number that divides another number without leaving a remainder.

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How do you find a missing factor in a multiplication equation?

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To find a missing factor, divide the product by the known factor.

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What is the relationship between multiplication and division?

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Multiplication and division are inverse operations; knowing one can help solve the other.

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If 10 x ___ = 90, what is the missing factor?

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The missing factor is 9.

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How can you represent a division problem using an array?

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An array can visually show how many groups of a certain size can be formed from a total.

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What is the equation represented by an array of 48 items arranged in 8 equal rows?

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The equation is 48 ÷ 8 = 6.

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In the equation 3 x k = 21, how do you solve for k?

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To solve for k, divide both sides of the equation by 3, resulting in k = 7.

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What is the missing factor in the equation 25 = 5 x ___?

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The missing factor is 5.

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What is the importance of understanding factors in problem-solving?

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Understanding factors helps in breaking down problems into simpler parts and finding solutions.

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How can you check if your answer for a missing factor is correct?

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You can check by multiplying the factors to see if they equal the original product.