Solving 2-digit multiplication calculations using the distributive law

In this lesson, we will explore the distributive law in multiplication. We will solve 2-digit multiplication problems using the partitioning method and the compensating method.

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

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Q1.Which equation does not have the answer of 20?

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Q2.Select the correct calculation for distributive law for the array.

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Q3.Select the calculations that do not represent the array.

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Q4.Which calculation does the array not represent?

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.Which equation does not have the answer of 20?

1/4

Q2.Select the correct calculation for distributive law for the array.

2/4

Q3.Select the calculations that do not represent the array.

3/4

Q4.Which calculation does the array not represent?

4/4

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Solving multiplication calculations using the distributive law

Q1.27 + ___ = 9 x 5

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Q2.Which area model shows the compensation method?

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Q3.Which area model matches the bar model?

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Q4.Which calculations correctly find the value of the array?

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Solving multiplication calculations using the distributive law

Q1.27 + ___ = 9 x 5

1/4

Q2.Which area model shows the compensation method?

2/4

Q3.Which area model matches the bar model?

3/4

Q4.Which calculations correctly find the value of the array?

4/4

Lesson summary: Solving 2-digit multiplication calculations using the distributive law

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