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 word problem?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem that is presented in the form of a story or real-life scenario, requiring the reader to extract the necessary information to solve it.

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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). 4. Write an equation. 5. Solve the equation.

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What does 'altogether' mean in a word problem?

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'Altogether' means to combine or add up all the quantities mentioned in the problem.

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If Ms. Edwards drives 9 miles every day for 3 days, how do you find the total miles?

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You multiply the number of days (3) by the miles driven each day (9): 3 x 9 = 27 miles.

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What is rounding?

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Rounding is the process of adjusting a number to make it simpler, usually to the nearest ten, hundred, etc.

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How do you round 287 to the nearest ten?

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Look at the digit in the ones place (7). Since it is 5 or more, round up. So, 287 rounded to the nearest ten is 290.

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What is the total when adding two numbers together?

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The total is the sum of the two numbers. For example, if Rob sells 127 bottles and Wyatt sells 169 bottles, the total is 127 + 169 = 296 bottles.

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How do you find the total number of days Austin practices the piano in 9 weeks?

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Multiply the number of days he practices each week (4) by the number of weeks (9): 4 x 9 = 36 days.

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What does 'before' mean in a word problem?

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'Before' refers to the situation or quantity that existed prior to an event happening.