Identifying that multiplication is commutative

Identifying that multiplication is commutative

Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. In this lesson, we will explore the commutative law of multiplication. We will also be describe arrays using the multiplication symbol.

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3 Questions

Q1.
Simple multiplication can be thought of as ______________ . Select the correct answer.
Addition
Correct answer: Repeated addition
Subtraction
Q2.
2 + 2 + 2 =
2 + 3
Correct answer: 3 x 2
8
Q3.
A tray can hold 2 rows of 5 pies. How many pies can fit in one tray?
Correct answer: 10
15
5

3 Questions

Q1.
Which equation best describes the array?
3 + 5
5 - 3
Correct answer: 5 x 3
Q2.
Multiplication is commutative.
Correct answer: Always
Never
Sometimes
Q3.
Year 4’s book corner has five rows with two places in each. Year 5’s book corner has two rows with five places in each. Which book corner is bigger?
Correct answer: They are both the same
Year 4's book corner
Year 5's book corner

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UnitMaths / Multiplication and division: 2, 5 and 10