Display Title
Elementary Definition--Multiplication and Division Concepts--Multiplying
Display Title
Multiplying
Topic
Multiplication and Division
Definition
Multiplying is the process of combining equal groups to find the total number of items.
Description
Multiplying involves adding a number to itself a specified number of times to find the total. For example,
| Multiplying 5 by 3 | means | adding 5 three times | resulting in 15. |
This operation is essential for understanding concepts such as area, volume, and scaling. Multiplying is used in various fields, including finance, engineering, and science, to model and solve real-world problems. Teaching students how to multiply helps them develop a strong foundation in mathematics and enhances their ability to solve complex problems.
Teacher script: "Multiplying is like adding the same number over and over. If you have 4 groups of 3 apples, you have 4 times 3 apples in total."
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| Common Core Standards | CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.4.OA.B.4, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.OA.C.7, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.OA.B.5 |
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| Grade Range | 2 - 4 |
| Curriculum Nodes |
Arithmetic • Multiplication • Multiplication Expressions and Equations |
| Copyright Year | 2021 |
| Keywords | multiplication, division, equation |
