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Multiply by 3

20 questions

3rd - 3rd Grade

Mathematics

Multiply by 3 is a free printable Grade 3 mathematics worksheet that gives students 20 multiple-choice questions on basic multiplication facts involving 3. Students solve equations such as 3 × 0, 3 × 1, 3 × 2, 3 × 5, 3 × 8, 3 × 11, 3 × 12, 7 × 3, 10 × 3, and 12 × 3, reinforcing the commutative relationship between factors and the role of zero in multiplication. The repeated question format helps students build accuracy and fluency while selecting an answer from four options. It is useful for independent practice, math centers, homework, or a quick check of multiplication-by-3 readiness. The worksheet includes a complete answer key, so teachers can review student choices and identify whether errors come from recalling the 3s facts, interpreting the factor order, or applying the zero property.

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Multiply by 3

Total questions: 20

Name
Class
Date
1.

3 x 0

a)

10

b)

3

c)

0

d)

9

2.

3 x 3

a)

10

b)

3

c)

0

d)

9

3.

3 x 1

a)

10

b)

3

c)

0

d)

9

4.

3 x 12

a)

30

b)

27

c)

21

d)

36

5.

3 x 5

a)

51

b)

27

c)

13

d)

15

6.

7 x 3

a)

12

b)

27

c)

39

d)

21

7.

0 x 3

a)

10

b)

3

c)

0

d)

9

8.

3 x 6

a)

81

b)

24

c)

18

d)

12

9.

3 x 8

a)

81

b)

24

c)

18

d)

12

10.

3 x 2

a)

1

b)

3

c)

16

d)

6

11.

12 x 3

a)

30

b)

27

c)

21

d)

36

12.

7 x 3

a)

21

b)

3

c)

16

d)

6

13.

10 x 3

a)

33

b)

39

c)

30

d)

10

14.

3 x 11

a)

33

b)

44

c)

22

d)

330

15.

0 x 3

a)

10

b)

3

c)

0

d)

9

16.

7 x 3

a)

12

b)

27

c)

39

d)

21

17.

3 x 8

a)

81

b)

24

c)

18

d)

12

18.

3 x 11

a)

33

b)

44

c)

22

d)

330

19.

5 x 3

a)

15

b)

27

c)

13

d)

15

20.

3 x 8

a)

81

b)

24

c)

18

d)

12

Answer Key

Multiply by 3

Total questions: 20

1.
c)

0

2.
d)

9

3.
b)

3

4.
d)

36

5.
d)

15

6.
d)

21

7.
c)

0

8.
c)

18

9.
b)

24

10.
d)

6

11.
d)

36

12.
a)

21

13.
c)

30

14.
a)

33

15.
c)

0

16.
d)

21

17.
b)

24

18.
a)

33

19.
a)

15

20.
b)

24

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What does the Multiply by 3 worksheet cover?

This Grade 3 mathematics worksheet focuses on solving 20 multiple-choice multiplication equations with 3 as one factor. It includes facts from 3 × 0 through 3 × 12, as well as reversed-factor examples such as 7 × 3, 10 × 3, and 12 × 3, helping students develop accurate recall and recognize that factor order does not change the product.

How can I use this worksheet to teach multiplication by 3?

Introduce the worksheet by modeling a few 3s facts as equal groups or repeated addition, then discuss why 3 × 8 and 8 × 3 have the same product. Have students explain how they know answers such as 3 × 0, 3 × 1, and 3 × 12 before completing the multiple-choice items independently. Review selected distractors afterward to connect calculation strategies to the correct products.

What mistakes should I watch for when students complete this multiplication-by-3 worksheet?

Watch for students choosing a distractor that reflects a reversed or incomplete fact, especially on items such as 3 × 6, 3 × 8, and 3 × 11. Some students may also forget that any number multiplied by zero equals 0 or confuse 3 × 12 with a nearby product such as 30 or 27. Ask students to use repeated groups of 3 or a related known fact to check uncertain choices.

How do I assign and grade the Multiply by 3 worksheet?

The worksheet is available as a printable PDF and as a digital quiz on Wayground, and it includes a complete answer key for all 20 multiple-choice questions. For printable submissions, you can scan student work with the Wayground for Teachers app to help grade responses to the multiplication-by-3 items. The PDF option can also support classrooms that are reducing screen time.

How can I differentiate this multiplication-by-3 worksheet for my students?

Use the worksheet’s Advanced Settings to adjust font spacing or font size so the 20 multiple-choice equations are easier to read and navigate. You can also select a dyslexia-friendly font or translate the worksheet into another language when those options better support students working through the multiplication facts.

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