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 word problem in mathematics?

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A word problem is a mathematical question that is presented in the form of a story or real-life scenario, requiring the reader to extract the necessary information to solve it.

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How do you solve a multiplication word problem?

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To solve a multiplication word problem, identify the quantities involved, determine what is being asked, and then use multiplication to find the answer.

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If there are 20 calories in one candy bar, how many calories are in 40 candy bars?

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800 calories (20 calories x 40 candy bars = 800 calories).

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What is a dozen?

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A dozen is a group of twelve items.

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How many golf balls are in 3 dozen?

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36 golf balls (3 dozen x 12 golf balls per dozen = 36 golf balls).

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If Sandy has 10 books and Tom has 9 times more books than Sandy, how many books does Tom have?

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90 books (10 books x 9 = 90 books).

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What is the total number of eggs in 9 dozen?

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108 eggs (9 dozen x 12 eggs per dozen = 108 eggs).

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If Jessica has 22 violet marbles and Keith has 9 times more, how many marbles does Keith have?

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198 marbles (22 marbles x 9 = 198 marbles).

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What does 'times more' mean in multiplication?

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'Times more' indicates how many times a quantity is multiplied. For example, '9 times more' means you multiply the original amount by 9.