Christmas Word Problems

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What is the formula to find the width of each present if the total width and number of presents are known?

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Width of each present = Total width / Number of presents

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If a reindeer harness costs $17.95, how do you calculate the total cost for multiple harnesses?

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Total cost = Price per harness x Number of harnesses

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How do you convert hours into minutes when calculating the number of songs needed for a dance?

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1 hour = 60 minutes, so multiply the number of hours by 60 to get total minutes.

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What is the process to determine how many boxes are needed for a certain number of items if you know how many items fit in one box?

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Number of boxes needed = Total items / Items per box

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How do you calculate the total number of boots needed for reindeer if you know how many reindeer are in each pen?

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Total boots needed = Sum of reindeer in all pens x 2 (since each reindeer needs 2 boots)

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What is a word problem in mathematics?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem expressed in words, requiring interpretation and problem-solving.

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What does it mean to average a number?

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To average a number means to find the mean, which is the sum of all values divided by the number of values.

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How do you find the total cost of items when given the price per item and the quantity?

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Multiply the price per item by the quantity of items.

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What is the importance of understanding units in word problems?

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Understanding units helps ensure calculations are accurate and meaningful.

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What is division and how is it used in solving word problems?

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Division is the process of splitting a number into equal parts, often used to find how many times one number fits into another.