Exploring Array Models for Multiplication

The video tutorial focuses on teaching multiplication using array models. It explains that the numbers being multiplied are called factors, and the result is the product. The tutorial demonstrates how to use array models to represent multiplication equations, with examples of 4x6, 5x3, and 5x7 arrays. Each example involves counting rows and elements in each row to find the product. The video concludes by encouraging viewers to practice different multiplication methods to find the one that suits them best.

What are the numbers called that we multiply together in multiplication?

• Products

• Elements

• Factors

• Rows

In an array model, what does the first factor represent?

• Number of elements in each row

• Total number of elements

• Number of rows

• The product

How many rows are there in the 4x6 array model example?

• 6

• 5

• 4

• 3

How many elements are in each row in the 4x6 array model example?

• 7

• 6

• 4

• 5

What is the product of the 4x6 array model?

• 20

• 26

• 28

• 24

How many rows are there in the 5x3 array model example?

• 5

• 3

• 4

• 6

How many elements are in each row in the 5x3 array model example?

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

What is the product of the 5x3 array model?

• 15

• 12

• 21

• 18

How many rows are there in the 5x7 array model example?

• 7

• 5

• 4

• 6

What is the product of the 5x7 array model?

• 30

• 37

• 32

• 35