Exploring Multi-Digit Multiplication Techniques

Why is it important to memorize basic multiplication facts before attempting multi-digit multiplication?

• It helps in addition problems.

• It helps in understanding fractions.

• It is required for division.

• It makes multi-digit multiplication easier.

What is the first step in setting up a multi-digit multiplication problem?

• Writing the numbers side by side.

• Drawing an answer line below the numbers.

• Starting with the tens place.

• Rewriting the problem in stacked form with the ones places lined up.

In the problem 137 × 5, what is the result of the first multiplication step (5 × 7)?

• 40

• 30

• 35

• 25

What do you do with the digit you carry over in a multiplication problem?

• Ignore it.

• Subtract it from the next multiplication step.

• Add it to the result of the next multiplication step.

• Multiply it by the next digit.

What is the final answer to the problem 137 × 5?

• 695

• 685

• 705

• 675

In the problem 2,617 × 4, what is the result of the first multiplication step (4 × 7)?

• 28

• 26

• 24

• 32

What do you do after getting a two-digit answer in a multiplication step?

• Subtract the first digit from the second digit.

• Ignore the first digit.

• Carry the first digit and write the second digit in the answer line.

• Write both digits in the answer line.

What is the result of the third multiplication step in the problem 2,617 × 4 (4 × 6)?

• 26

• 22

• 20

• 24

What is the final answer to the problem 2,617 × 4?

• 10,268

• 10,568

• 10,368

• 10,468

What should you do after learning the basics of multi-digit multiplication?

• Move on to division.

• Practice with printable exercises.

• Learn addition and subtraction.

• Skip to advanced topics.