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 4 three times: 4 + 4 + 4 = 12.

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What does 'groups of' mean in multiplication?

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'Groups of' means you have a certain number of sets that each contain the same amount. For example, 5 groups of 2 means you have 5 sets of 2.

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How do you write '3 groups of 4' in multiplication?

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You write it as 3 x 4.

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What is the product of 2 and 5?

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The product of 2 and 5 is 10.

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If you have 4 groups of 3, what is the total?

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The total is 12.

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What is 10 groups of 2 equal to?

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10 groups of 2 is equal to 20.

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How can you find the answer to 5 x 3?

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You can add 3 five times: 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 = 15.

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What is the multiplication sentence for 4 groups of 2?

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The multiplication sentence is 4 x 2 = 8.

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If 3 x 4 = 12, what is 4 x 3?

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4 x 3 is also equal to 12. This shows that multiplication is commutative.

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What is the meaning of the term 'product' in multiplication?

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The product is the result you get when you multiply two numbers.