Mastering Multiplication Strategies

The video tutorial covers various strategies for solving the multiplication problem 6 times 4. It begins with an introduction to multiplication, followed by explanations of using equal groups, repeated addition, arrays, and skip counting. The tutorial also highlights the commutative property of multiplication, demonstrating that 6 times 4 equals 24, and so does 4 times 6. Each method is explained with examples to help students understand and apply these strategies effectively.

What does 6 times 4 represent in terms of groups and dots?

• 6 groups with 4 dots each

• 4 groups with 6 dots each

• 6 groups with 6 dots each

• 4 groups with 4 dots each

How many dots are there in total when you draw 6 groups with 4 dots each?

• 30

• 24

• 20

• 28

What is the result of adding 4 six times?

• 26

• 24

• 22

• 20

What is the result of adding 6 four times?

• 24

• 26

• 20

• 22

How many rows and columns are there in an array representing 6 times 4?

• 6 rows and 4 columns

• 4 rows and 6 columns

• 4 rows and 4 columns

• 6 rows and 6 columns

What is the total number of dots in an array with 6 rows and 4 columns?

• 22

• 26

• 20

• 24

What is the product of 6 times 4 when you skip count by 6 four times?

• 24

• 18

• 22

• 20

What is the product of 6 times 4 when you skip count by 4 six times?

• 24

• 22

• 20

• 18

What does the commutative property of multiplication tell us about 6 times 4?

• 6 times 4 is greater than 4 times 6

• 6 times 4 is less than 4 times 6

• 6 times 4 is the same as 4 times 6

• 6 times 4 is different from 4 times 6