Multiplication with Arrays

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What is multiplication?

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Multiplication is a way to add the same number several times. For example, 3 x 4 means adding 3 four times: 3 + 3 + 3 + 3 = 12.

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What does an array represent in multiplication?

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An array is a visual representation of multiplication. It shows rows and columns. For example, a 3 x 4 array has 3 rows and 4 columns.

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What is the equation for a 3 x 4 array?

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3 x 4 = 12.

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How do you identify rows in an array?

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Rows are the horizontal lines of objects in an array.

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How do you identify columns in an array?

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Columns are the vertical lines of objects in an array.

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What is the product of 2 x 7?

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14.

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What does the term 'factors' mean in multiplication?

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Factors are the numbers you multiply together. In 2 x 3, 2 and 3 are the factors.

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What is the difference between rows and columns?

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Rows go left to right, while columns go up and down.

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What is an example of a multiplication equation?

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4 x 2 = 8.

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How can you check if your multiplication is correct?

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You can use addition to check. For example, 4 x 2 means 4 + 4 = 8.