Multiplication Word Problems

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What is multiplication?

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Multiplication is a mathematical operation where a number is added to itself a certain number of times. For example, 3 multiplied by 4 (3 x 4) means adding 3 four times: 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 = 12.

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What is a tape diagram?

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A tape diagram is a visual representation used to show the relationship between numbers in a problem. It looks like a bar or a series of bars that can help visualize addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

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If there are 6 cans in a pack and Ryan bought 4 packs, how do you find the total number of cans?

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Multiply the number of cans in one pack (6) by the number of packs (4): 6 x 4 = 24 cans.

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How do you solve a multiplication word problem?

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1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the numbers involved. 3. Determine what operation to use (usually multiplication for 'how many in total'). 4. Write an equation and solve it.

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What is the multiplication equation for 5 packs of jelly beans with 9 in each pack?

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The equation is 5 x 9 = 45 jelly beans.

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Katie sang 7 songs every hour for 4 hours. How do you calculate the total songs?

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Multiply the number of songs per hour (7) by the number of hours (4): 7 x 4 = 28 songs.

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If Cooper bought 6 packs of Pokemon cards with 7 cards in each, what is the total number of cards?

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Multiply the number of packs (6) by the number of cards in each pack (7): 6 x 7 = 42 cards.

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Jessica worked 4 hours each day for 9 days. How do you find the total hours worked?

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Multiply the number of hours per day (4) by the number of days (9): 4 x 9 = 36 hours.

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What does 'total' mean in a word problem?

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'Total' refers to the sum or overall amount when combining quantities.

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What is the difference between addition and multiplication?

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Addition combines quantities by adding them together, while multiplication is repeated addition of the same number.