Download free Class 3 multiplication word problems worksheet with answers. Includes 15 real-life problems across easy, medium, and challenge levels with visual illustrations, step-by-step solutions, MCQs, and comprehensive answer key. Printable PDF format.
What Are Multiplication Word Problems?
Word problems are real-life situations that we solve using math. Multiplication word problems help us find totals when we have equal groups.
Example: 5 boxes × 6 ladoos = 30 ladoos
Instead of adding 6 + 6 + 6 + 6 + 6, we multiply: 5 × 6 = 30
Solved Example: Step by Step
Problem: Priya buys 5 boxes of ladoos from a Mumbai sweet shop. Each box contains 6 ladoos. How many ladoos does Priya buy in total?
Solution:
Step 1 - Read: Priya buys 5 boxes, each box has 6 ladoos
Step 2 - Numbers: 5 boxes and 6 ladoos
Step 3 - Keyword: "Each box contains" means multiply
Step 4 - Multiplication: 5 × 6 = 30
Step 5 - Answer: Priya buys 30 ladoos in total!
Keywords Reference Chart
Multiplication Terms:
Each / For every one – indicates items distributed equally (e.g., "Each student gets 5 books")
Every / For all – shows equal distribution across groups (e.g., "Every box has 7 candies")
Per / For one unit – represents rate or unit price (e.g., "₹30 per kilogram")
Times – direct multiplication indicator (e.g., "Four times bigger")
Groups of / Sets of – indicates grouping for multiplication (e.g., "6 groups of 3 students")
Total/Sum Terms:
In all – asks for final combined answer (e.g., "How many in all?")
Altogether – requests total sum (e.g., "How many altogether?")
Total – indicates finding the complete amount
Multiplication Word Problems Worksheet Sample Problems
Preview the types of exercises included in the printable PDF:
Easy Problems:
Rahul has 3 toy cars. Each car has 4 wheels. How many wheels are there in total?
A Delhi school has 5 classrooms. Each classroom has 8 students. How many students are there in the school?
Medium Problems:
A Pune cricket team has 11 players. The coach gives each player 3 water bottles. How many water bottles does the coach give in total?
A bus from Hyderabad to Vijayawada makes 6 trips in a day. Each trip carries 45 passengers. How many passengers travel in total?
Challenge Problems:
A library in Lucknow has 8 shelves. Each shelf has 12 books. If 15 books are borrowed by students, how many books are left in the library?
A bakery in Ahmedabad makes 9 trays of cupcakes every day. Each tray has 8 cupcakes. If the bakery sells all cupcakes for ₹20 each, how much money does the bakery earn in one day?
Common Mistakes & Tips
Common Mistakes to Avoid:
Wrong Operation: Using addition instead of multiplication when you see "each" or "every"
Wrong: 3 bags with 4 apples = 3 + 4 = 7
Correct: 3 × 4 = 12 apples
Missing the Question: Solving for the wrong thing—read what's being asked!
Forgetting Units: Writing "42" instead of "42 pencils" or "₹60"
Two-Step Confusion: In challenge problems, forgetting to do both steps
Example: Find total first (8 × 12 = 96), then subtract (96 - 15 = 81)
Top 5 Pro-Tips:
Read Twice: Once quickly, then slowly to find important details
Underline Numbers: Circle or underline the numbers you need
Look for Keywords: "Each", "every", "per", "groups of" signal multiplication
Draw Pictures: Visual learners—sketch boxes, groups, or objects
Check Your Answer: Does it make sense? Use addition to verify small problems
Assessing Learning: Scoring Guide
Total Questions: 15 | Total Marks: 15
Score: 13 – 15 (Excellent! ⭐⭐⭐)
Next Step: You're a word problem champion! Try creating your own problems or Class 4 challenges.
Score: 10 – 12 (Very Good! ⭐⭐)
Next Step: Great work! Practice reading problems more carefully and focus on keywords.
Score: 7 – 9 (Good Effort! ⭐)
Next Step: Keep practicing! Focus on finding keywords and practice multiplication tables daily.
Score: 0 – 6 (Keep Trying!)
Next Step: Don't give up! Practice the 5-step method with real objects and ask for help.
