One-Step Word Problems with Multiplication and Division

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What is a one-step word problem?

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A one-step word problem is a math problem that can be solved in one step, usually involving basic operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.

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How do you solve a word problem involving division?

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To solve a word problem involving division, identify the total amount and the number of groups, then divide the total by the number of groups.

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If 30 marbles are shared equally among 5 jars, how many marbles does each jar get?

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6 marbles.

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What is the formula for division?

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The formula for division is: Total ÷ Number of Groups = Amount per Group.

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How do you solve a word problem involving multiplication?

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To solve a word problem involving multiplication, identify the number of groups and the amount in each group, then multiply them together.

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If there are 3 shelves with 9 books each, how many books are there in total?

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27 books.

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What does it mean to share equally?

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To share equally means to divide something into the same amount for each person or group.

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If 24 candies are shared among 4 friends, how many candies does each friend get?

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6 candies.

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What is the relationship between multiplication and division?

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Multiplication is finding the total when you know the number of groups and the amount in each group, while division is finding out how many are in each group when you know the total and the number of groups.

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If 15 cookies are shared among 3 people, how many cookies does each person get?

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5 cookies.