Looking at multiplication strategies and the effect on the product
Looking at multiplication strategies and the effect on the product
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- In this lesson, we will explore whether the product changes if different multiplication strategies are used. We will evaluate which calculation approaches are and are not correct for given problems.
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3 Questions
Q1.
Freddie has 3 sweets. Connell has 5 times as many sweets. How many sweets does Connell have?
2 sweets
8 sweets
Q2.
Can the same calculation be used to solve different number stories?
No
Q3.
Does the product change when the order of the factors change?
Yes