Multiplying Larger Numbers by a Single Digit

What is the first step when multiplying a larger number by a single digit?

• Add the digits together

• Subtract the smaller digit from the larger one

• Multiply the ones digit first

• Multiply the tens digit first

Why is it recommended to use squared paper when multiplying numbers?

• To help keep numbers aligned in columns

• To make the paper look neat

• To use less paper

• To make the numbers appear larger

In the example of 45 times 3, what do you do with the '1' from the number 15?

• Multiply it by the next digit

• Subtract it from the total

• Add it to the next column

• Ignore it

When multiplying 7 times 5, what is the result and what do you do next?

• The result is 35, and you carry over the 3

• The result is 40, and you subtract 5 from the total

• The result is 30, and you move to the next digit

• The result is 25, and you add 5 to the next digit

What is a unique aspect of how different cultures handle multiplication?

• They multiply from left to right

• They place the tens digit in a different location

• They do not use multiplication

• They use different numbers