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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What is a word problem in mathematics?

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A word problem is a mathematical question that is presented in the form of a story or real-life scenario, requiring the reader to extract the necessary information to solve it.

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How do you identify the key information in a word problem?

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To identify key information, look for numbers, keywords (like 'total', 'each', 'altogether'), and the question being asked.

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What does 'each' mean in a word problem?

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'Each' refers to every individual item in a group. For example, if there are 5 apples and each apple costs $2, it means every single apple costs $2.

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How do you solve a multiplication word problem?

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1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the numbers and what they represent. 3. Determine if you need to multiply. 4. Perform the multiplication. 5. Write down the answer.

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What is the total number of pencils needed if there are 482 students and each needs 24 pencils?

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11568 pencils (calculated as 482 x 24).

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If Mr. Connor makes $23 per hour and works 46 hours, how much does he earn?

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$1,058 (calculated as 23 x 46).

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How many bags of cement are needed for 287 houses if each house requires 56 bags?

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16072 bags (calculated as 287 x 56).

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What is the total revenue if a bakery sells 356 cakes at $18 each?

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$6408 (calculated as 356 x 18).

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If Kevion has 165 cows and each produces 43 gallons of milk, how much milk do they produce altogether?

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7095 gallons (calculated as 165 x 43).