Exploring Multiplication Through Addition

In this video, Piggy asks the professor for multiplication problems using donuts. The professor explains that multiplication doesn't depend on the objects used. Piggy then explains multiplication using candy, but Kelly struggles with this method. The professor introduces an alternative approach, explaining multiplication as repeated addition. The students practice with examples, and the video concludes with an invitation to use a training app for further practice.

How many donuts are there in total if you have 4 groups of 4 donuts each?

• 24

• 16

• 20

• 12

What is the first number in a multiplication problem used to represent?

• Number of times to add

• Total number of items

• Number of items in each group

• Number of groups

If you have 3 groups of 2 candies each, how many candies do you have in total?

• 5

• 6

• 7

• 8

What is an alternative way to think about multiplication?

• As counting

• As repeated subtraction

• As repeated addition

• As division

How would you solve 3 times 4 using repeated addition?

• 3 + 3 + 3

• 4 + 4 + 4

• 4 + 4 + 4 + 4

• 3 + 3 + 3 + 3

What is the result of 5 times 3 using repeated addition?

• 12

• 18

• 10

• 15

Which method does Piggy prefer for multiplication?

• Using pictures

• Using objects

• Using numbers

• Using sweets

What is the result of 2 times 4 using the method of groups of objects?

• 8

• 7

• 6

• 9

How many pieces of cake are there in total if you have 4 groups of 2 pieces each?

• 9

• 6

• 7

• 8

What is the main takeaway about different approaches to multiplication?

• Only one approach is correct

• Using objects is the best method

• Different approaches give different answers

• Any approach can be used as long as the answer is correct