Nightmare Before Christmas - Math/LA questions

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What is the formula to find the total number of items in equal groups?

Back

Total items = Number of groups × Items per group.

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If Jack delivered 13 presents and this is 0.2% of Santa's total, how do you find Santa's total presents?

Back

Convert 0.2% to decimal (0.002) and divide: Santa's total = 13 ÷ 0.002 = 6,500 presents.

Front

How many hours are in 364 days?

Back

Total hours = 364 days × 24 hours/day = 8,736 hours.

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If Jack weighs 369 pounds and is lifted by 3 trick-or-treaters, how much does each lift?

Back

Weight per trick-or-treater = 369 pounds ÷ 3 = 123 pounds.

Front

What is the process to convert a percentage to a decimal?

Back

Divide the percentage by 100.

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What is multiplication used for in word problems?

Back

To find the total when combining equal groups.

Front

What is division used for in word problems?

Back

To find how many items each group gets or how many groups can be formed.

Front

What is the significance of the number 364 in the context of the mayor's statement?

Back

It represents the number of days until the next Halloween.

Front

What does it mean to 'kidnap' in the context of the story?

Back

To take someone away unlawfully, often for a ransom or to achieve a goal.

Front

What is a 'hint' in a math problem?

Back

A clue or suggestion to help solve the problem.