Word Problems: 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 multiplied by 4 (3 x 4) means adding 3 four times: 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 = 12.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.1

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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 divided by 4 (12 ÷ 4) means splitting 12 into 4 equal parts, which equals 3.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.2

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How do you solve a word problem involving multiplication?

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To solve a word problem involving multiplication, identify the quantities being multiplied, write the multiplication equation, and then calculate the product.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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How do you solve a word problem involving division?

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To solve a word problem involving division, identify the total quantity and the number of equal parts, write the division equation, and then calculate the quotient.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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What is the product of 7 and 6?

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The product of 7 and 6 is 42.

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CCSS.3.OA.C.7

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What is the quotient of 36 divided by 6?

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The quotient of 36 divided by 6 is 6.

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CCSS.4.NBT.B.6

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If each chair costs $5, how much do 4 chairs cost?

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4 chairs cost $20 (5 x 4 = 20).

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3

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If Alyssa eats 3 sandwiches every day, how many sandwiches will she eat in 6 days?

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Alyssa will eat 18 sandwiches in 6 days (3 x 6 = 18).

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3

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What is a key step in solving multiplication word problems?

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A key step is to identify the total number of groups and the number in each group.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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What is a key step in solving division word problems?

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A key step is to determine how many equal groups can be made from the total.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.2