Arrays

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What is an array in mathematics?

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An array is a systematic arrangement of objects, usually in rows and columns, that helps in visualizing and solving problems involving multiplication and addition.

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How can repeated addition be represented in an array?

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Repeated addition can be represented in an array by adding the number of items in each row or column multiple times.

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What is the formula for finding the total number of items in a rectangular array?

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The total number of items in a rectangular array can be found using the formula: Total = Number of Rows × Number of Columns.

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If an array has 4 rows and 5 columns, what is the total number of items?

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The total number of items is 4 × 5 = 20.

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What does the term 'rows' refer to in an array?

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Rows refer to the horizontal lines of items in an array.

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What does the term 'columns' refer to in an array?

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Columns refer to the vertical lines of items in an array.

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How can you express the total number of items in an array using multiplication?

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You can express the total number of items in an array using multiplication by multiplying the number of rows by the number of columns.

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What is the repeated addition sentence for an array with 3 rows of 4?

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The repeated addition sentence is 4 + 4 + 4 = 12.

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How do you determine the number of columns in an array?

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The number of columns in an array is determined by counting the vertical groups of items.

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What is the repeated addition sentence for an array with 5 rows of 3?

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The repeated addition sentence is 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 = 15.