Division and Multiplication Word Problems

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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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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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How do you solve a word problem involving multiplication?

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To solve a multiplication word problem, identify the total number of groups and how many items are in each group. Then multiply the number of groups by the number of items in each group.

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How do you solve a word problem involving division?

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To solve a division word problem, identify the total amount and how many equal parts you need to split it into. Then divide the total amount by the number of parts.

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What is the multiplication sentence for Jane's apples?

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The multiplication sentence is 6 bags x 8 apples per bag = 48 apples.

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What is the division sentence for the basketball players?

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The division sentence is 30 players ÷ 5 players per team = 6 teams.

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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 boxes and each box has 8 crayons, it means every single box has 8 crayons.

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What is a key step in solving word problems?

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A key step is to read the problem carefully and identify what is being asked, as well as the numbers involved.

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What is the total number of bananas Edwin has?

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Edwin has 9 bunches of bananas, and each bunch has 5 bananas. So, 9 x 5 = 45 bananas.

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How much money does Roger save in 10 days?

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Roger saves a nickel (5 cents) every day. In 10 days, he saves 10 x 5 cents = 50 cents or $0.50.