5.1 Practice - Word Problems

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What is a word problem in mathematics?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem that is presented in the form of a narrative or story, requiring the reader to extract relevant information and perform calculations to find a solution.

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How do you identify the operation needed to solve a word problem?

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To identify the operation, look for keywords in the problem. For example, 'total' or 'sum' indicates addition, while 'difference' suggests subtraction.

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What does it mean to multiply a negative number by a positive number?

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Multiplying a negative number by a positive number results in a negative product.

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What does it mean to multiply two negative numbers?

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Multiplying two negative numbers results in a positive product.

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What is the result of -11 multiplied by 4?

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-44

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What is the result of 10 multiplied by -20?

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-200

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What is the result of -300 multiplied by 12?

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-3600

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What is the result of 11 multiplied by 4?

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44

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How do you set up a multiplication problem for a word problem?

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Identify the quantities involved and the operation needed, then write the multiplication expression using the identified numbers.

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What is the importance of understanding negative numbers in word problems?

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Understanding negative numbers is crucial as they can represent losses, debts, or decreases in various contexts.