Multiplication/Division 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 (3 x 4) means adding 3 four times: 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 = 12.

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What is division?

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Division is a mathematical operation where a number is split into equal parts. For example, 12 divided by 3 (12 ÷ 3) means splitting 12 into 3 equal parts, which equals 4.

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How do you solve a word problem involving multiplication?

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To solve a multiplication word problem, identify the total quantity and how many groups or items are in each group. Then multiply the number of groups by the number of items in each group.

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How do you solve a word problem involving division?

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To solve a division word problem, identify the total quantity and how many equal parts you need to divide it into. Then divide the total quantity by the number of parts.

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What does 'left over' mean in a division problem?

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'Left over' refers to the amount that remains after dividing a number into equal parts. It is the remainder when the total cannot be evenly divided.

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What is a remainder in division?

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A remainder is the amount left after division when the number cannot be divided evenly. For example, in 10 ÷ 3, the quotient is 3 and the remainder is 1.

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How can you check your multiplication answer?

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You can check your multiplication answer by using division. If you multiply two numbers and then divide the product by one of the original numbers, you should get the other number.

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How can you check your division answer?

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You can check your division answer by multiplying the quotient by the divisor. If the product equals the dividend, your division answer is correct.

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a mathematical question presented in a narrative form, requiring the reader to extract relevant information and perform calculations to find the answer.

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What is the first step in solving a word problem?

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The first step in solving a word problem is to read the problem carefully and identify the key information, including the numbers and what is being asked.