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Year 7 maths · F.13 · One-step equations

One-step equation word problems: multiplication

Think of an equation for the story, then solve it.

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  1. Each pack holds 2 pencils. How many packs hold 6 pencils in all?

    Answer: 3

  2. Each pack holds 5 pencils. How many packs hold 5 pencils in all?

    Answer: 1

  3. Each pack holds 5 pencils. How many packs hold 30 pencils in all?

    Answer: 6

Tip: Think of an equation for the story, then solve it.

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