Solving Multiplication Word Problems

The video tutorial introduces a math problem involving carrying boxes of books and explores solving it using both addition and multiplication. It emphasizes the efficiency of multiplication over repeated addition. The tutorial also discusses keywords that indicate different mathematical operations in word problems and provides an example problem involving bean bags to illustrate the use of multiplication. The video aims to enhance problem-solving skills and understanding of mathematical operations.

How many books are in each box that Mr. Added carried?

• 10

• 12

• 20

• 15

What is the total number of books Mr. Added carried using multiplication?

• 130

• 100

• 110

• 120

Which keyword is commonly associated with addition in word problems?

• Sum

• Product

• Divide

• Difference

Which of the following is NOT a multiplication keyword?

• Added

• Groups

• Times

• Doubled

What keyword indicates a multiplication problem in the bean bag scenario?

• Each

• Minus

• Share

• Total

How many kids are playing the bean bag game at Micah's birthday party?

• 16

• 17

• 15

• 18

What is the total number of bean bags used in the game?

• 60

• 64

• 68

• 72