Multiplication Equations

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What is a multiplication equation?

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A multiplication equation is a mathematical statement that shows that two expressions are equal, involving multiplication. For example, 3y = 12.

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How do you solve a multiplication equation?

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To solve a multiplication equation, you isolate the variable by dividing both sides of the equation by the coefficient of the variable.

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What does the variable represent in a multiplication equation?

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The variable represents an unknown number that we are trying to find.

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If 22y = 440, what is the value of y?

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y = 20.

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If 54 = 9y, what is the value of y?

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y = 6.

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If 18 = 2y, what is the value of y?

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y = 9.

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If 15y = 120, what is the value of y?

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y = 8.

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If 5y = 35, what is the value of y?

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y = 7.

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What is the coefficient in a multiplication equation?

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The coefficient is the number that is multiplied by the variable. For example, in 3y = 12, 3 is the coefficient.

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What is the constant in a multiplication equation?

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The constant is the number on the opposite side of the equation from the variable. In 3y = 12, 12 is the constant.

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