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 means adding 3 four times (3 + 3 + 3 + 3).

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What is a multiplication word problem?

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A multiplication word problem is a math problem that describes a situation where you need to find the total by multiplying. It usually involves real-life scenarios.

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How do you solve a multiplication word problem?

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To solve a multiplication word problem, identify the numbers involved, determine what is being asked, and then multiply the relevant numbers.

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If there are 5 baskets with 4 apples each, how many apples are there in total?

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20 apples (5 x 4 = 20).

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What does 'each' mean in a word problem?

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'Each' refers to every individual item in a group. For example, if each student has 2 pencils, it means every student has 2 pencils.

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What is the product in multiplication?

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The product is the result of multiplying two or more numbers together.

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If a box contains 8 chocolates and there are 3 boxes, how many chocolates are there in total?

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24 chocolates (8 x 3 = 24).

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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, both 3 and 4 are factors.

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How can you check your multiplication answer?

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You can check your multiplication answer by using addition. For example, if you calculated 3 x 4 = 12, you can check by adding 4 three times (4 + 4 + 4 = 12).

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If there are 6 rows of chairs with 5 chairs in each row, how many chairs are there?

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30 chairs (6 x 5 = 30).