Word Problems on Multiplication by 1-Digit Number (Solved Examples)
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We will learn how to solve
the word problems on multiplication by 1-digit number. Here we will apply the same
process when we multiply 2-digit number by 1-digit number and 3-digit number by
1-digit number.
Word problems on multiplication by 1-digit numbers help children understand how multiplication is used in everyday life. Instead of simply multiplying numbers, students learn to read a situation, identify the important information, and choose the correct mathematical operation. These problems improve logical thinking, problem-solving skills, and confidence in mathematics.
Step-by-Step Method to Solve Word Problems on Multiplication:
How to Solve Multiplication Word Problems
Step I: Read the question carefully.
Step II: Find important numbers.
Step III: Look for multiplication clue words.
Step IV: Write the multiplication sentence.
Step V: Multiply.
Step VI: Write the answer with units.
Solved Examples on Word Problems on Multiplication by 1-Digit Number:
1. A book has 111 pages. How many pages will be there in 5 such books?
Solution:
Number of pages in a book Number of books = 111
Number of books = 5
Total number of pages in 5 books = 111 × 5
= 555
2. Nairitee bought 6 boxes of crayons. If there were 12 crayons in each box, how many crayons did she buy?
Solution:
Number of crayons in each box = 12
Number of boxes bought = 6
Total number of crayons bought = 12 × 6
= 72
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Worksheet on Multiplication by 1-Digit Number:
Solve the following Word Problems:
1. A packet contains 34 pencils. How many pencils are there in 2 such packets?
2. A matchbox contains 65 sticks. How many sticks would 3 such matchboxes contain?
3. One box contains 72 mangoes. How many mangoes are there in 7 boxes?
4. Let the cost of 1 dozen of bananas be ₹42. Find the cost of 4 dozen of bananas.
5. There are 4 rows of plants with 25 plants in each row. How many plants are there in all?
6. There are 42 students in a class. Each student needs 8 exercise books. How many exercise books are needed?
7. One bag of wheat weighs 43 kg. What will be the total weight of 6 such wheat bags?
8. 50 tins of coffee can be packed in 1 box. How many tins can be packed in 7 such boxes?
9. If a flower has 3 petals, how many petals are there in 126 such flowers?
10. A leap year has 366 days. How many days will be there in 2 leap years?
11. On the occasion of a festival, 162 children are given 2 laddoos each. How many laddoos are distributed?
12. There are 134 students standing in a row. How many students are there in 6 such rows?
13. A box contains 145 chocolates. Find the number of chocolates in 5 such boxes.
14. A notebook has 144 pages. How many pages are there in 4 notebooks?
15. A basket contains 145 apples. How many apples are there in 5 such baskets?
16. One table costs $385. How much would it cost to buy 4 such tables?
17. A necklace contains 325 beads. How many beads would 3 such necklaces contain?
Answer Key
1. 68 pencils
2. 195 sticks
3. 504 mangoes
4. ₹168
5. 100 plants
6. 336 exercise books
7. 258 kg
8. 350 tins of coffee
9. 378 petals
10. 732 days
11. 324 laddoos
12. 804 students
13. 725 chocolates
14. 576 pages
15. 725 apples
16. $1,540
17. 975 beads
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Written by Priyanka Ghosh
Mathematics Educator | Founder of Math Only Math
Priyanka Ghosh has been teaching elementary and middle-school mathematics for over 12 years and specializes in creating simple, child-friendly math lessons and worksheets.
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