Let's solve each problem step by step using multiplication sentences based on the arrays of shapes.
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1. Blue Circles
- There are
2 rows and
3 columns.
- So, we have 2 groups of 3 circles.
- Multiplication equation:
2 × 3 = 6
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2. Red Squares
- There are
3 rows and
3 columns.
- So, we have 3 groups of 3 squares.
- Multiplication equation:
3 × 3 = 9
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3. Red X’s
- There are
2 rows and
6 columns.
- So, we have 2 groups of 6 X’s.
- Multiplication equation:
2 × 6 = 12
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4. Orange Stars
- There are
4 rows and
2 columns.
- So, we have 4 groups of 2 stars.
- Multiplication equation:
4 × 2 = 8
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5. Orange Hearts
- There are
2 rows and
2 columns.
- So, we have 2 groups of 2 hearts.
- Multiplication equation:
2 × 2 = 4
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6. Blue Triangles
- There are
3 rows and
4 columns.
- So, we have 3 groups of 4 triangles.
- Multiplication equation:
3 × 4 = 12
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✔ Final Answers:
1.
2 × 3 = 6
2.
3 × 3 = 9
3.
2 × 6 = 12
4.
4 × 2 = 8
5.
2 × 2 = 4
6.
3 × 4 = 12
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🔍 Explanation:
In multiplication, we count how many
rows and
columns there are in an array. Then we multiply:
- Number of rows × Number of columns = Total number of items
This helps visualize multiplication as repeated addition (e.g., 3 × 4 means 3 groups of 4).
Let me know if you'd like a printable version or further explanation!
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of arrays worksheet 3rd grade.
