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 a multiplication word problem?

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A multiplication word problem is a math problem that describes a situation where you need to find the total by multiplying. It usually involves real-life scenarios.

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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 involved. 3. Determine what you need to find. 4. Use multiplication to calculate the answer.

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If Edder made $5 for allowance every Saturday in June, how much did he earn in total for 4 Saturdays?

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Edder earned $20 in total (5 x 4 = 20).

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If Daniel, Leslie, and Heavin earned 27 points together, how many points did each earn if they shared equally?

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Each student earned 9 points (27 ÷ 3 = 9).

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Guillermo played 4 football games a week for 8 weeks. How many games did he play in total?

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Guillermo played 32 games in total (4 x 8 = 32).

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If Leslie walked 3 miles every day for one week, how many miles did she walk in total?

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Leslie walked 21 miles in total (3 x 7 = 21).

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Juan solved 8 math problems every day for 7 days. How many problems did he solve in total?

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Juan solved 56 problems in total (8 x 7 = 56).

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What does 'total' mean in a word problem?

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'Total' refers to the sum or overall amount you get after performing the necessary calculations.

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What is the importance of understanding multiplication in word problems?

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Understanding multiplication helps you solve real-life problems involving groups, repeated addition, and scaling.