Multiplication Word Problems

Front

What is multiplication?

Back

Multiplication is a mathematical operation where a number is added to itself a certain number of times. For example, 3 multiplied by 4 means adding 3 four times (3 + 3 + 3 + 3).

Front

What is a multiplication word problem?

Back

A multiplication word problem is a math problem that describes a situation where you need to find the total by multiplying. It usually involves real-life scenarios.

Front

How do you solve a multiplication word problem?

Back

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

Front

If each sandwich has 3 pickles and there are 5 sandwiches, how do you find the total number of pickles?

Back

Multiply the number of sandwiches (5) by the number of pickles per sandwich (3): 5 x 3 = 15 pickles.

Front

Brett reads 5 pages a day for 8 days. How do you calculate the total pages read?

Back

Multiply the number of pages read per day (5) by the number of days (8): 5 x 8 = 40 pages.

Front

Cooper bought 6 packs of cards with 7 cards in each. How do you find the total number of cards?

Back

Multiply the number of packs (6) by the number of cards per pack (7): 6 x 7 = 42 cards.

Front

If you have 5 packs of jelly beans with 9 jelly beans in each, how do you find the total?

Back

Multiply the number of packs (5) by the number of jelly beans per pack (9): 5 x 9 = 45 jelly beans.

Front

What is the total number of hay bales if there are 5 tractors and each has 10 bales?

Back

Multiply the number of tractors (5) by the number of bales per tractor (10): 5 x 10 = 50 bales.

Front

What does 'each' mean in a multiplication word problem?

Back

'Each' refers to every individual item in a group. It indicates that the same quantity applies to all items.

Front

What is the importance of understanding multiplication in real life?

Back

Understanding multiplication helps in solving everyday problems, such as calculating total costs, quantities, and measurements.