What Is Multiplication?
Grade 3 · Math · Multiplication · Michigan, USA
Lesson Summary
Multiplication is a fast way to add the same number over and over. Instead of adding 3 + 3 + 3 + 3, you can say 4 times 3.
Explanation
When you multiply, you are adding equal groups together. If you have 4 bags and each bag has 3 apples, you can write 4 × 3 = 12 instead of adding 3 + 3 + 3 + 3. The × sign means 'groups of.' Multiplication saves time when you have many groups of the same size.
Practice Questions
Q1: What is 3 × 2?
Answer: 6, because 3 groups of 2 is 2 + 2 + 2 = 6.
Q2: You have 5 plates with 4 cookies on each plate. Write a multiplication sentence.
Answer: 5 × 4 = 20.
Q3: How is 6 + 6 + 6 written as multiplication?
Answer: 3 × 6 = 18, because there are 3 groups of 6.
People Also Ask
What is What Is Multiplication? in Grade 3 Math?+
What Is Multiplication? is a lesson in the Multiplication chapter of Grade 3 Math. It is part of the Michigan, USA school curriculum and covers key concepts that students need to understand at this level.
What grade level covers What Is Multiplication??+
What Is Multiplication? is taught in Grade 3 as part of the Math curriculum in Michigan, USA.
How can I help my child with Multiplication in Math?+
Start with the lesson summary and explanation on this page. Practice the questions provided, then use TutorTom for personalized, step-by-step help with Multiplication topics.