Multiplication - Whole Number 3 x 2 - Column Breakout (Level 3)

This math topic focuses on multiplication skills, particularly manipulating two- and three-digit numbers. It tests students' ability to decompose a two-digit multiplier, breaking it down and using it to multiply three-digit multiplicands. By presenting multiple-choice questions, pupils are encouraged to practice and solidify their understanding of column breakout methods in multiplication, enhancing their arithmetic problem-solving skills effectively. Each problem requires breaking the multiplier apart differently, offering a variety of scenarios to challenge and engage learners in mastering multiplication techniques.

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Whole Number 3 x 2 - Column Breakout

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How can you multiply 654 by 24 by breaking 24 apart

654.×24.\begin{aligned}654\hphantom{.}\\[-0.5em]\underline{\times 24\hphantom{.}}\end{aligned}\\

Multiplication - Whole Number 3 x 2 - Column Breakout Worksheet

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Math worksheet on 'Multiplication - Whole Number 3 x 2 - Column Breakout (Level 3)'. Part of a broader unit on 'Multiplication - 2 and 3 Digit' Learn online: app.mobius.academy/math/units/multiplication_2_and_3_digit/
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How can you multiply 894 by 17 by breaking 17 apart
A LaTex expression showing \begin{aligned}894\hphantom{.}\\[-0.5em]\underline{ multiplied by 17\hphantom{.}}\end{aligned}\\
a A LaTex expression showing (894 multiplied by 10)+(894 multiplied by 8)
b A LaTex expression showing (894 multiplied by 10)+(894 multiplied by 9)
c A LaTex expression showing (894 multiplied by 9)+(894 multiplied by 7)
d A LaTex expression showing (894 multiplied by 10)+(894 multiplied by 2)
e A LaTex expression showing (894 multiplied by 10)+(894 multiplied by 11)
f A LaTex expression showing (894 multiplied by 10)+(894 multiplied by 7)
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How can you multiply 767 by 14 by breaking 14 apart
A LaTex expression showing \begin{aligned}767\hphantom{.}\\[-0.5em]\underline{ multiplied by 14\hphantom{.}}\end{aligned}\\
a A LaTex expression showing (767 multiplied by 7)+(767 multiplied by 4)
b A LaTex expression showing (765 multiplied by 10)+(765 multiplied by 4)
c A LaTex expression showing (767 multiplied by 14)+(767 multiplied by 4)
d A LaTex expression showing (767 multiplied by 10)+(767 multiplied by 4)
e A LaTex expression showing (767 multiplied by 10)+(767 multiplied by 7)
f A LaTex expression showing (767 multiplied by 9)+(767 multiplied by 4)
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How can you multiply 964 by 16 by breaking 16 apart
A LaTex expression showing \begin{aligned}964\hphantom{.}\\[-0.5em]\underline{ multiplied by 16\hphantom{.}}\end{aligned}\\
a A LaTex expression showing (964 multiplied by 10)+(964 multiplied by 6)
b A LaTex expression showing (964 multiplied by 14)+(964 multiplied by 6)
c A LaTex expression showing (964 multiplied by 10)+(964 multiplied by 2)
d A LaTex expression showing (959 multiplied by 10)+(959 multiplied by 6)
e A LaTex expression showing (964 multiplied by 8)+(964 multiplied by 6)
f A LaTex expression showing (964 multiplied by 10)+(964 multiplied by 8)
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How can you multiply 788 by 21 by breaking 21 apart
A LaTex expression showing \begin{aligned}788\hphantom{.}\\[-0.5em]\underline{ multiplied by 21\hphantom{.}}\end{aligned}\\
a A LaTex expression showing (788 multiplied by 23)+(788 multiplied by 1)
b A LaTex expression showing (787 multiplied by 20)+(787 multiplied by 1)
c A LaTex expression showing (788 multiplied by 20)+(788 multiplied by 1)
d A LaTex expression showing (785 multiplied by 20)+(785 multiplied by 1)
e A LaTex expression showing (788 multiplied by 20)+(788 multiplied by 2)
f A LaTex expression showing (788 multiplied by 20)+(788 multiplied by 4)
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How can you multiply 684 by 27 by breaking 27 apart
A LaTex expression showing \begin{aligned}684\hphantom{.}\\[-0.5em]\underline{ multiplied by 27\hphantom{.}}\end{aligned}\\
a A LaTex expression showing (684 multiplied by 20)+(684 multiplied by 3)
b A LaTex expression showing (684 multiplied by 20)+(684 multiplied by 10)
c A LaTex expression showing (684 multiplied by 16)+(684 multiplied by 7)
d A LaTex expression showing (684 multiplied by 20)+(684 multiplied by 7)
e A LaTex expression showing (680 multiplied by 20)+(680 multiplied by 7)
f A LaTex expression showing (684 multiplied by 20)+(684 multiplied by 4)
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How can you multiply 484 by 21 by breaking 21 apart
A LaTex expression showing \begin{aligned}484\hphantom{.}\\[-0.5em]\underline{ multiplied by 21\hphantom{.}}\end{aligned}\\
a A LaTex expression showing (484 multiplied by 24)+(484 multiplied by 1)
b A LaTex expression showing (487 multiplied by 20)+(487 multiplied by 1)
c A LaTex expression showing (484 multiplied by 18)+(484 multiplied by 1)
d A LaTex expression showing (484 multiplied by 20)+(484 multiplied by 1)
e A LaTex expression showing (484 multiplied by 21)+(484 multiplied by 1)
f A LaTex expression showing (484 multiplied by 17)+(484 multiplied by 1)
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How can you multiply 494 by 26 by breaking 26 apart
A LaTex expression showing \begin{aligned}494\hphantom{.}\\[-0.5em]\underline{ multiplied by 26\hphantom{.}}\end{aligned}\\
a A LaTex expression showing (494 multiplied by 20)+(494 multiplied by 10)
b A LaTex expression showing (494 multiplied by 17)+(494 multiplied by 6)
c A LaTex expression showing (498 multiplied by 20)+(498 multiplied by 6)
d A LaTex expression showing (496 multiplied by 20)+(496 multiplied by 6)
e A LaTex expression showing (494 multiplied by 15)+(494 multiplied by 6)
f A LaTex expression showing (494 multiplied by 20)+(494 multiplied by 6)