Multiplication

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What is multiplication?

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Multiplication is a mathematical operation that represents the repeated addition of the same number. For example, 3 x 4 means adding 3 four times: 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 = 12.

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What does the symbol 'x' mean in math?

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The symbol 'x' represents multiplication. It shows that two numbers are to be multiplied together.

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If you have 5 groups of 2 apples, how many apples do you have in total?

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5 x 2 = 10 apples.

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What is an array in multiplication?

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An array is a way to arrange objects in rows and columns to help visualize multiplication. For example, 3 rows of 4 dots each represent 3 x 4.

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How can you use repeated addition to solve multiplication problems?

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You can add the same number multiple times to find the total. For example, 4 x 3 can be solved as 4 + 4 + 4 = 12.

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What is the product in multiplication?

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The product is the result of multiplying two or more numbers together. For example, in 6 x 3, the product is 18.

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If there are 4 rows of 5 chairs, how many chairs are there in total?

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4 x 5 = 20 chairs.

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What is a multiplication sentence?

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A multiplication sentence is a mathematical statement that shows two numbers being multiplied together, such as 7 x 2 = 14.

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How can you find the total number of items in equal groups?

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You can multiply the number of groups by the number of items in each group. For example, if there are 3 groups of 6, you calculate 3 x 6.

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What is the commutative property of multiplication?

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The commutative property states that changing the order of the numbers in multiplication does not change the product. For example, 4 x 5 = 5 x 4.