Multiplication

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What is multiplication?

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Multiplication is a way to add the same number many times. For example, 3 times 4 means adding 3 four times: 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 = 12.

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What is a repeated addition sentence?

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A repeated addition sentence shows how many times a number is added together. For example, 4 + 4 + 4 = 12 is a repeated addition sentence for 3 times 4.

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How do you find the total number of items when you have groups?

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To find the total number of items in groups, multiply the number of items in one group by the number of groups. For example, if each box has 5 apples and there are 3 boxes, then 5 x 3 = 15 apples.

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What does the multiplication symbol (x) mean?

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The multiplication symbol (x) means to combine equal groups. For example, 2 x 3 means 2 groups of 3.

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If you have 4 groups of 2 apples, how many apples do you have in total?

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4 x 2 = 8 apples.

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What is the product of 6 and 3?

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The product of 6 and 3 is 18, because 6 x 3 = 18.

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How can you use multiplication to solve word problems?

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You can use multiplication to find the total when you know the number of groups and how many are in each group. For example, if there are 5 boxes with 4 toys each, you can find the total toys by multiplying: 5 x 4 = 20.

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What is an array in multiplication?

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An array is a way to organize objects in rows and columns to help with multiplication. For example, 3 rows of 4 objects each can show 3 x 4.

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How do you check your multiplication answer?

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You can check your multiplication answer by using addition. For example, if you calculated 4 x 3 = 12, you can check by adding 4 three times: 4 + 4 + 4 = 12.

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What is the commutative property of multiplication?

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The commutative property of multiplication says that the order of the numbers does not change the product. For example, 3 x 4 is the same as 4 x 3.