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 multiplication word problem?

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A multiplication word problem is a math problem that describes a situation where multiplication is needed to find the answer, often involving real-life scenarios.

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How do you solve a multiplication word problem?

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1. Read the problem carefully. 2. Identify the numbers involved. 3. Determine what operation to use (usually multiplication). 4. Write an equation. 5. Solve the equation.

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What does 'times more' mean in a word problem?

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'Times more' means to multiply a number by a certain factor. For example, if someone makes 5 times more than another person, you multiply the other person's amount by 5.

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If George earned $63 and Anya earned 23 times more, how do you calculate Anya's earnings?

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Multiply George's earnings by 23: $63 x 23 = $1,449.

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What is a partial product?

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A partial product is the result of multiplying one part of a number by another part, often used in long multiplication to break down larger problems.

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How do you find a missing number in a multiplication table?

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To find a missing number, look for the row and column that intersect at the missing number, then use multiplication to find the product.

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What is an area model in multiplication?

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An area model is a visual representation of multiplication where a rectangle is divided into smaller sections to show how two numbers multiply together.

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If Buddy made 43 toys and Toby made 25 times more, how do you find Toby's total?

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Multiply Buddy's toys by 25: 43 x 25 = 1,075 toys.

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What is the equation for finding the total number of toys made by Toby?

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Toby's toys = Buddy's toys x 25.