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 means adding 3 four times (3 + 3 + 3 + 3).

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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 you need to find the total by multiplying. It usually involves real-life scenarios.

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How do you solve a multiplication word problem?

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

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Tara is making treat bags for her friend's birthday party. There are 9 treat bags. She puts two stickers in each bag. How many stickers are there in all?

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18

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Max sharpened 4 packs of pencils. Each pack had 10 pencils. How many pencils did Max sharpen?

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40

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Michelle has 3 plates of cupcakes. There are 8 cupcakes on each plate. How many cupcakes does Michelle have?

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24

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Donna drew an array with 3 rows and 9 squares in each row. What is the product of Donna's array?

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27

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Wesley is filling his homework chart with stickers. So far he has filled 3 rows. There are 6 stickers in each row. How many stickers does Wesley have on his homework chart?

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18

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What is an array in multiplication?

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An array is a way to organize objects in rows and columns to help visualize multiplication. For example, 3 rows of 4 objects each can represent 3 x 4.

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What does the term 'product' mean in multiplication?

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The product is the result of multiplying two or more numbers together.