Multiplication Word Problems (Multi-digit by One digit)

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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 multi-digit number?

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A multi-digit number is a number that has two or more digits. For example, 45 and 123 are multi-digit numbers.

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What does 'one digit' mean?

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A one-digit number is a number that has only one digit, ranging from 0 to 9. For example, 5 and 8 are one-digit numbers.

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How do you solve a multiplication word problem?

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To solve a multiplication word problem, identify the numbers involved, determine what is being asked, and then multiply the relevant numbers.

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If each shelf holds 45 books and there are 90 shelves, how do you find the total number of books?

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Multiply the number of books per shelf (45) by the number of shelves (90): 45 x 90 = 4050.

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What is the total number of tickets sold if a theater seats 460 people for 3 weeks?

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Multiply the number of seats (460) by the number of days in 3 weeks (21): 460 x 21 = 9660.

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If Carrie sent 38 text messages and her sister sent 5 times as many, how do you find the total?

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First, multiply 38 by 5 to find her sister's messages: 38 x 5 = 190. Then add Carrie's messages: 38 + 190 = 228.

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How many ears of corn will Farmer Tyler have if he planted 638 stocks and each produces 6 ears?

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Multiply the number of stocks (638) by the number of ears per stock (6): 638 x 6 = 3828.

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How many weeks are there in 20 years?

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Multiply the number of weeks in a year (52) by the number of years (20): 52 x 20 = 1040.

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What is the importance of understanding multiplication in word problems?

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Understanding multiplication helps solve real-life problems involving groups, quantities, and scaling, making it essential for practical applications.