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Equal Groups Arrays and Multiplication

Represent multiplication using equal groups and arrays. A complete set with exploration, practice and application. Use the linked unit for the learning sequence and teaching guide.

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Equal groups

Four groups of three objects contain 4 × 3 = 12 objects. An array shows rows and columns of equal size.

Use the material to work through each task. Show the requested response.

1.How many dots are in this array?

2.Write a multiplication equation for 5 groups of 2.

3.Find the total.

4.Six bags hold 4 marbles each. How many marbles?

5.Draw an array for 3 × 5.

6.Can groups of 2, 3 and 4 objects be shown as 3 equal groups? Explain.

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Equal groups

Four groups of three objects contain 4 × 3 = 12 objects. An array shows rows and columns of equal size.

Use the material to work through each task. Show the requested response.

1.How many dots are in this array?

Answer: 12

2.Write a multiplication equation for 5 groups of 2.

Answer: 5 × 2 = 10

3.Find the total.

Answer: 24

4.Six bags hold 4 marbles each. How many marbles?

Answer: 24

5.Draw an array for 3 × 5.

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Shows equal rows and columns.

One possible response: 3 rows of 5 or 5 rows of 3; 15 dots.

6.Can groups of 2, 3 and 4 objects be shown as 3 equal groups? Explain.

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Recognizes that multiplication of equal groups needs one consistent group size.

One possible response: No; the group sizes differ.

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Review the key words and representations in Equal Groups Arrays and Multiplication. Use the Explore activity to check readiness before removing support.

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Begin with: How many dots are in this array?
Connect the response to: Find the total.
Ask students to apply the idea: Draw an array for 3 × 5.

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Accepting an answer without checking whether it uses the material and satisfies the requested relationship or criteria.

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Continue to Equal Groups Arrays and Multiplication: Apply and Create.

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