Multiply With Place Value: Explore and Explain
Use decomposition to explain multi-digit multiplication. A focused learn activity. Use the linked unit for the learning sequence and teaching guide.
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Grade 4 · math · Matching answer key included · US Letter and A4
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Before you begin
Review the key words and representations in Multiply With Place Value. Use the Explore activity to check readiness before removing support.
How to use this worksheet
- Begin with: Complete: 34 × 6 = 30 × 6 + ___ × 6.
- Connect the response to: Find 25 × 12 using 25 × 10 + 25 × 2.
- Ask students to apply the idea: A student says 31 × 4 = 12 + 4. What should the first partial product be?
A common mistake to discuss
Accepting an answer without checking whether it uses the material and satisfies the requested relationship or criteria.
What to practice next
Continue to Multiply With Place Value: Practice Independently.
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