KS2 Primary Maths Age 13-17 - Calculations: Written Multiplication - Explained

The video tutorial explains how to solve a multiplication problem, 3468 multiplied by 62, by breaking it down into two parts: multiplying by 2 and then by 60. The teacher emphasizes the importance of showing correct working to earn full marks. The tutorial covers the step-by-step process, including carrying over numbers and ensuring correct placement of zeros. The final answer is calculated and presented without commas, highlighting the need for accuracy in both method and result.

What is the first step in solving the multiplication problem 3468 * 62?

• Add 3468 and 62

• Multiply 3468 by 2

• Subtract 62 from 3468

• Multiply 3468 by 60

When multiplying 3468 by 2, what is the result of 8 * 2?

• 16

• 14

• 12

• 18

Why is it important to place a zero in the units column when multiplying by 60?

• To avoid losing marks

• To simplify the addition step

• To make the calculation easier

• To ensure the correct place value

What is the result of multiplying 8 by 6 in the second step of the calculation?

• 42

• 54

• 36

• 48

What is the final answer to the multiplication problem 3468 * 62?

• 215,600

• 215,016

• 215,160

• 216,000