Explain how a multiplication equation with 2 as a factor is related to doubling
I can explain how a multiplication equation with 2 as a factor is related to doubling.
Explain how a multiplication equation with 2 as a factor is related to doubling
I can explain how a multiplication equation with 2 as a factor is related to doubling.
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Key learning points
- If 2 is a factor, you can use doubles facts to solve the problem.
- 2 could represent the group size or the number of groups.
- Identify the group size and the number of groups in the multiplication story.
Keywords
Double / doubling - To become twice as many / to multiply by two.
Common misconception
Children may not grasp why 5 + 5 is equal to 2 × 5
Continue to use the stem sentences to help children understand doubling; 5 + 5 is the same as 2 groups of 5. This is the same as 2 × 5. Children can use a 2 times table chart to help them answer questions.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Laura is counting in 2s. What multiple of 2 will Laura say next? 4, 6, 8,
Q2.Look at the image. It shows 5 groups of
Q3.Select the correct way to complete this sentence. 2 groups of 5 can be represented as __________
Q4.Which grouping of coins shows 1 group of 10?
Q5.Match the expression to the groupings it is equal to.
1 group of 2
2 groups of 4
8 groups of 2
2 groups of 9
2 group of 10
Q6.Aisha has 5 of the same coin. Laura has one coin. Laura has the same amount of money as Aisha. If Aisha’s coins are 2 p each, what is Laura’s coin? p.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Look at the image below. There are 2 groups of
Q2.The image can be seen as 2 groups of 4 This is the same as double
Q3.Look at the image below. You can say 5 + 5 = 10 is the same as __________
Q4.Select the correct multiplication equations which represent the image below.
Q5.Match the expressions and descriptions so they are equal in value.
2 × 3
2 × 4
2 × 5
2 × 6
2 × 7
Q6.Aisha picks a number card between 1 and 12, and doubles it. The product is 14 What card did Aisha pick?
