Interim Review 1.3 x & ÷ Math 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 x 4 means adding 3 four times (3 + 3 + 3 + 3 = 12).

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What is division?

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Division is a mathematical operation where a number is split into equal parts. For example, 12 ÷ 3 means splitting 12 into 3 equal parts, which equals 4.

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How do you find the total number of items in groups?

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To find the total number of items in groups, multiply the number of groups by the number of items in each group. For example, if there are 4 groups of 5 apples, the total is 4 x 5 = 20 apples.

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What does 'per' mean in math problems?

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'Per' means for each or for every. For example, if a problem says 'cost per pound', it means the cost for each pound.

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How do you calculate the total cost of items?

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To calculate the total cost, multiply the number of items by the cost per item. For example, if you buy 3 items at $2 each, the total cost is 3 x 2 = $6.

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What is a word problem in math?

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A word problem is a mathematical question presented in a narrative form, requiring interpretation and problem-solving skills to find the answer.

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How do you solve a word problem?

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To solve a word problem, read the problem carefully, identify the important information, determine what is being asked, and then use mathematical operations to find the solution.

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What is the relationship between multiplication and division?

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Multiplication and division are inverse operations. This means that if you know the multiplication fact, you can use it to find the division fact. For example, if 3 x 4 = 12, then 12 ÷ 4 = 3.

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What is a factor in multiplication?

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A factor is a number that is multiplied by another number to get a product. For example, in 3 x 4 = 12, both 3 and 4 are factors.

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What is a product in multiplication?

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The product is the result of multiplying two or more numbers together. For example, the product of 3 and 4 is 12.