Multiplication Arrays

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What is a multiplication array?

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A multiplication array is a visual representation of multiplication that shows the number of rows and columns, helping to illustrate the concept of multiplication as repeated addition.

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How can you express the multiplication of 5 and 7 using an array?

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You can express 5 times 7 as an array with 5 rows and 7 columns, or vice versa, which is 7 rows and 5 columns.

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What is the commutative property of multiplication?

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The commutative property of multiplication states that changing the order of the factors does not change the product, e.g., 5x7 = 7x5.

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How do you create an array for 4 times 8?

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To create an array for 4 times 8, draw 4 rows with 8 items in each row, or 8 rows with 4 items in each.

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What does the equation 3x10 represent in terms of an array?

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The equation 3x10 represents an array with 3 rows and 10 columns, or 10 rows and 3 columns.

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What is the significance of the factors in a multiplication problem?

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The factors in a multiplication problem represent the number of groups and the number of items in each group.

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How can you visualize 2 times 11 using an array?

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You can visualize 2 times 11 by creating an array with 2 rows and 11 columns, or 11 rows and 2 columns.

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What is the product of 5 times 5, and how can it be represented?

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The product of 5 times 5 is 25, which can be represented as an array with 5 rows and 5 columns.

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What is an example of a multiplication array for 6 times 4?

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An example of a multiplication array for 6 times 4 would be 6 rows with 4 items in each row.

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How does understanding multiplication arrays help in solving word problems?

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Understanding multiplication arrays helps in visualizing and organizing information, making it easier to solve word problems involving multiplication.