Multiplication Word Problems

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What is multiplication?

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Multiplication is a way to add a number to itself a certain number of times. For example, 3 multiplied by 4 means adding 3 four times: 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 = 12.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.1

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What does 'twice as many' mean?

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'Twice as many' means two times the amount. For example, if you have 5 apples, twice as many would be 5 x 2 = 10 apples.

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CCSS.4.OA.A.1

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If each person orders the same lunch special, how do you find the total cost?

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To find the total cost, multiply the cost of one lunch by the number of people. For example, if one lunch costs $5 and there are 3 people, the total cost is 5 x 3 = $15.

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CCSS.3.OA.A.3

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How many items are in a dozen?

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A dozen means 12 items. For example, 1 dozen eggs equals 12 eggs.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.9

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What is the total when you add three groups of seven?

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To find the total, multiply the number of groups by the number in each group: 3 groups of 7 is 3 x 7 = 21.

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CCSS.2.OA.C.3

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How do you calculate total hours worked over several days?

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To calculate total hours worked, multiply the number of hours worked each day by the number of days. For example, if you work 4 hours for 9 days, it's 4 x 9 = 36 hours.

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CCSS.7.EE.B.3

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What is a word problem in math?

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A word problem is a math question that is written in words instead of numbers. It describes a situation that requires solving a math problem.

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CCSS.2.OA.A.1

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What does 'in all' mean in a math problem?

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'In all' means to find the total amount. For example, if you have 5 apples and 3 oranges, 'in all' means you add them together: 5 + 3 = 8.

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CCSS.1.OA.A.1

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How do you solve a multiplication word problem?

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To solve a multiplication word problem, read the problem carefully, identify the numbers involved, and determine if you need to multiply or add.

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CCSS.3.OA.D.8

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What is the multiplication symbol?

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The multiplication symbol is 'x'. For example, 3 x 4 means 3 multiplied by 4.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.4B

CCSS.4.NF.B.4C