Multiplication Word Problems

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What is multiplication?

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Multiplication is a way to add the same number many times. For example, 3 times 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 and figuring out what math operation to use to find the answer.

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If Mrs. Bible goes to church 2 times a week, how many times does she go in 4 weeks?

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8 times (2 times a week x 4 weeks = 8 times).

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How do you find the total number of items when you have groups of the same size?

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You multiply the number of groups by the number of items in each group.

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If each chicken lays 4 eggs and there are 4 chickens, how many eggs are there in total?

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16 eggs (4 chickens x 4 eggs each = 16 eggs).

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What is the formula to find the total number of wheels on motorcycles?

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Total wheels = Number of motorcycles x Wheels per motorcycle.

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If there are 9 lamps and each lamp needs 2 light bulbs, how many light bulbs do you need?

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18 light bulbs (9 lamps x 2 bulbs each = 18 bulbs).

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What is a pack in terms of multiplication?

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A pack is a group of items that can be multiplied to find the total number of items.

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If John buys 4 packs of 8 cans each, how many cans does he have?

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32 cans (4 packs x 8 cans per pack = 32 cans).

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What is the importance of understanding multiplication in word problems?

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Understanding multiplication helps you solve problems that involve groups of items or repeated addition.