Multiplication Word Problems

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What is multiplication?

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Multiplication is a mathematical operation that represents the repeated addition of a number. For example, 3 multiplied by 4 (3 x 4) means adding 3 four times (3 + 3 + 3 + 3).

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CCSS.3.OA.A.1

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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 multiplication is needed to find the answer, often involving groups of items.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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How do you solve a multiplication word problem?

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To solve a multiplication word problem, identify the groups and the number of items in each group, then multiply the two numbers.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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If a farmer has 7 baskets of apples and each basket has 10 apples, how many apples does he have in total?

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70

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3

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A classroom has 6 tables and each table has 4 chairs. How many chairs are there in total?

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24

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3

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A bakery sells 8 cakes, and each cake is divided into 6 slices. How many slices of cake are there in total?

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48

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3

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A toy store has 9 shelves, and each shelf has 8 toys. How many toys are there in total?

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72

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3

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A store sells 10 packs of pencils, and each pack contains 3 pencils. How many pencils are there in total?

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30

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3

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What is the formula for multiplication?

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The formula for multiplication is: Total = Number of Groups x Number of Items in Each Group.

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CCSS.2.OA.C.3

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What does 'total' mean in a multiplication word problem?

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'Total' refers to the final amount you get after performing the multiplication.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8