Multiplication Models and 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 x 4 means adding 3 four times: 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 = 12.

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What is a multiplication model?

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A multiplication model is a visual representation of multiplication. It can be shown using arrays, groups, or number lines.

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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 how many are in each group, then multiply the number of groups by the number in each group.

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Madyson has 3 rows of paint bottles with 4 bottles in each row. How many bottles does she have?

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12 bottles (3 x 4 = 12).

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Poppy has 2 sisters and gives each 8 flowers. How many flowers did she give away?

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16 flowers (2 x 8 = 16).

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Hunter sees 5 t-rexes, each eating 9 smaller dinosaurs. How many dinosaurs were eaten?

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45 dinosaurs (5 x 9 = 45).

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Kiarra puts 6 shirts in each of her 4 drawers. How many shirts did she put away?

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24 shirts (6 x 4 = 24).

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What is an array in multiplication?

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An array is a way to arrange objects in rows and columns to represent multiplication. For example, 3 rows of 4 objects each.

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What does the multiplication symbol 'x' mean?

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The 'x' symbol means to multiply. It shows that you are combining groups of equal size.

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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.