Multiplication patterns

In this lesson, we will explore the patterns which different multiplication tables create on a 10 x 10 square. We will share the efficient mental strategies which allow us to identify multiplication facts in the 6x and 12x multiplication tables. We will then explore other multiplication tables, shading the multiples and exploring the patterns, similarities and differences that exist within them.

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Multiplication patterns quiz

We explored different multiplication tables during the lesson and discussed the patterns and similarities that existed within them. But how confident are you that you know your multiplication tables and that you could use them to make factual statements or spot incorrect statements? Let's find out! Please read the questions carefully...good luck everyone.

Q1.Which of the following statements about the 4x multiplication table is FALSE?

1/5

Q2.Which of the following numbers does not feature in the 6x multiplication table?

2/5

Q3.Which of the following number sentences is TRUE?

3/5

Q4.Which of the following multiplication tables would the number 60 NOT feature?

4/5

Q5.Which of the multiplication questions will NOT create the product of 24?

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Unit quizzes are being retired in August 2023

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Multiplication patterns quiz

We explored different multiplication tables during the lesson and discussed the patterns and similarities that existed within them. But how confident are you that you know your multiplication tables and that you could use them to make factual statements or spot incorrect statements? Let's find out! Please read the questions carefully...good luck everyone.

Q1.Which of the following statements about the 4x multiplication table is FALSE?

1/5

Q2.Which of the following numbers does not feature in the 6x multiplication table?

2/5

Q3.Which of the following number sentences is TRUE?

3/5

Q4.Which of the following multiplication tables would the number 60 NOT feature?

4/5

Q5.Which of the multiplication questions will NOT create the product of 24?

5/5

Lesson summary: Multiplication patterns

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