Multiplication and Division

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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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What does the multiplication sign (x) mean?

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The multiplication sign (x) indicates that two numbers are to be multiplied together.

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What does the division sign (÷) mean?

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The division sign (÷) indicates that one number is to be divided by another.

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If I have 5 groups of 3 apples, how many apples do I have in total?

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15 apples (5 x 3 = 15).

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What is the result of 6 x 7?

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42.

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If I divide 20 candies among 4 friends, how many candies does each friend get?

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5 candies (20 ÷ 4 = 5).

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What is the relationship between multiplication and division?

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Multiplication and division are inverse operations. If a x b = c, then c ÷ b = a.

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What is an array in multiplication?

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An array is a visual representation of multiplication, showing objects arranged in rows and columns. For example, 3 rows of 4 objects each represent 3 x 4.

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How can you check if your multiplication is correct?

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You can check multiplication by using division. If 3 x 4 = 12, then 12 ÷ 4 should equal 3.