Thanksgiving Math

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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 the total cost of 6 chairs if each chair costs $10?

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$60 (6 chairs x $10 each = $60).

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How do you find the total number of servings if there are 8 dishes with 4 servings each?

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Multiply the number of dishes by the number of servings per dish: 8 x 4 = 32 servings.

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What is the total weight of 7 pumpkins if each pumpkin weighs 9 pounds?

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63 pounds (7 pumpkins x 9 pounds each = 63 pounds).

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What is the cost of 4 decorations if each decoration costs $5?

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$20 (4 decorations x $5 each = $20).

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How many pies will there be if Liam has 5 friends and each friend brings 2 pies?

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10 pies (5 friends x 2 pies each = 10 pies).

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What is addition?

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Addition is a mathematical operation where two or more numbers are combined to get a total. For example, 2 + 3 = 5.

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What is the difference between multiplication and addition?

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Multiplication is repeated addition. For example, 4 x 3 is the same as 4 + 4 + 4.

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What is a serving in the context of food?

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A serving is a specific amount of food that is meant for one person.

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What does 'total cost' mean?

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Total cost is the sum of all expenses incurred to purchase items.