Multiplication and Division Word problems (2-step)

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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 ÷ 4 means splitting 12 into 4 equal parts, which equals 3.

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What is a two-step word problem?

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A two-step word problem is a problem that requires two operations to find the answer, such as addition and multiplication.

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How do you solve a two-step word problem?

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1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the two operations needed. 3. Solve the first operation. 4. Use the result to solve the second operation.

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Example of a two-step word problem: If there are 5 bags with 6 apples each, and you give away 4 apples, how many apples do you have left?

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First, calculate 5 x 6 = 30 apples. Then, subtract 4: 30 - 4 = 26 apples left.

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What does 'total' mean in a word problem?

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'Total' refers to the sum or overall amount after performing the necessary calculations.

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What is the equation for finding the total number of items in equal groups?

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The equation is: Total items = Number of groups x Items per group.

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How do you find the number of items in each group when given a total?

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To find the number of items in each group, divide the total number of items by the number of groups.

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What is the importance of reading a word problem carefully?

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Reading carefully helps to understand what is being asked and identify the necessary operations to solve the problem.

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What is an example of a multiplication word problem?

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If there are 4 boxes with 5 toys in each box, how many toys are there in total? (4 x 5 = 20 toys)