Go Math - Chapter 2

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What is division?

Back

Division is the process of splitting a number into equal parts. It is the opposite of multiplication.

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How do you find the number of items per group?

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To find the number of items per group, divide the total number of items by the number of groups.

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What is multiplication?

Back

Multiplication is a mathematical operation where a number is added to itself a certain number of times.

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How do you calculate the total weight of two items if one weighs four times as much as the other?

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Let the weight of the lighter item be x. Then the weight of the heavier item is 4x. The total weight is x + 4x = 5x.

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What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator and 'b' is the denominator.

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How do you determine the least number of groups needed for a total?

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To determine the least number of groups, divide the total by the size of each group and round up if necessary.

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What is a word problem in mathematics?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem expressed in words, requiring interpretation and problem-solving skills.

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How do you calculate the average number of items per box?

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To calculate the average, divide the total number of items by the number of boxes.

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What is the formula for finding the total distance traveled?

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Total distance = speed × time.

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How do you solve for an unknown in an equation?

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To solve for an unknown, isolate the variable on one side of the equation using inverse operations.