Multiplication Word Problems (Multi-digit by One digit)

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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 does it mean to solve a word problem?

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Solving a word problem means reading a story or situation, identifying the mathematical operation needed, and calculating the answer.

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How do you find the total amount saved over time?

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To find the total amount saved over time, multiply the amount saved each period by the number of periods. For example, if $75 is saved each month for 24 months, the total is 75 x 24 = $1,800.

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What is an area model in multiplication?

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An area model is a visual representation of multiplication where a rectangle is divided into smaller rectangles to show how two numbers multiply together.

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How do you calculate the total number of items when given groups?

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To calculate the total number of items, multiply the number of groups by the number of items in each group. For example, if there are 9 classes with 22 students each, the total is 9 x 22 = 198.

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What is the product of 20 and 32?

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The product of 20 and 32 is 640.

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How do you find the total number of books checked out?

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To find the total number of books checked out, multiply the number of students by the number of books each student checks out. For example, if there are 22 students each checking out 2 books, the total is 22 x 2 = 44.

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What is the formula for finding the total capacity of shelves?

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The formula for finding the total capacity of shelves is: Total Capacity = Number of Shelves x Capacity per Shelf.

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What is the multiplication sentence for 45 books on 90 shelves?

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The multiplication sentence is 45 x 90 = 4050.

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What does 'multi-digit by one digit' mean in multiplication?

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'Multi-digit by one digit' means multiplying a number with two or more digits by a single-digit number.