Arrays

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What is an array in mathematics?

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An array is a systematic arrangement of objects, usually in rows and columns, used to represent numbers or quantities.

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How do you determine the total number of items in a rectangular array?

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Multiply the number of rows by the number of columns.

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What are rows in an array?

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Rows are the horizontal lines of items in an array.

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What are columns in an array?

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Columns are the vertical lines of items in an array.

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What is repeated addition?

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Repeated addition is the process of adding the same number multiple times, which is related to multiplication.

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How can you represent the total number of items in an array using repeated addition?

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By adding the number of items in each row together.

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If an array has 4 rows and 4 columns, how many total items are there?

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16 items (4 rows x 4 columns = 16).

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What is the relationship between arrays and multiplication?

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Arrays can be used to visualize multiplication, where the number of rows and columns represents the factors.

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How can you express the total number of items in an array with a multiplication sentence?

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By writing the number of rows multiplied by the number of columns.

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What is the formula for finding the area of a rectangle using an array?

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Area = length x width, which corresponds to rows x columns in an array.