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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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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A LaTex expression showing \begin{aligned}587\hphantom{.}\\[-0.5em]\underline{ multiplied by 22\hphantom{.}}\end{aligned}\\
How can you multiply 587 by 22 by breaking 22 apart
a A LaTex expression showing (587 multiplied by 20)+(587 multiplied by 2)
b A LaTex expression showing (587 + 20) multiplied by (587 + 2)
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A LaTex expression showing \begin{aligned}577\hphantom{.}\\[-0.5em]\underline{ multiplied by 12\hphantom{.}}\end{aligned}\\
How can you multiply 577 by 12 by breaking 12 apart
a A LaTex expression showing (577 multiplied by 10)+(577 multiplied by 2)
b A LaTex expression showing (577 multiplied by 10)+(577 multiplied by 7)
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A LaTex expression showing \begin{aligned}445\hphantom{.}\\[-0.5em]\underline{ multiplied by 29\hphantom{.}}\end{aligned}\\
How can you multiply 445 by 29 by breaking 29 apart
a A LaTex expression showing (445 multiplied by 20) multiplied by (445 multiplied by 9)
b A LaTex expression showing (445 multiplied by 20)+(445 multiplied by 9)
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A LaTex expression showing \begin{aligned}485\hphantom{.}\\[-0.5em]\underline{ multiplied by 25\hphantom{.}}\end{aligned}\\
How can you multiply 485 by 25 by breaking 25 apart
a A LaTex expression showing (485 multiplied by 20) multiplied by (485 multiplied by 5)
b A LaTex expression showing (485 multiplied by 20)+(485 multiplied by 5)
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A LaTex expression showing \begin{aligned}977\hphantom{.}\\[-0.5em]\underline{ multiplied by 23\hphantom{.}}\end{aligned}\\
How can you multiply 977 by 23 by breaking 23 apart
a A LaTex expression showing (977 multiplied by 20)+(977 multiplied by 3)
b A LaTex expression showing (977 + 20) multiplied by (977 + 3)
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A LaTex expression showing \begin{aligned}457\hphantom{.}\\[-0.5em]\underline{ multiplied by 13\hphantom{.}}\end{aligned}\\
How can you multiply 457 by 13 by breaking 13 apart
a A LaTex expression showing (457 multiplied by 10)+(457 multiplied by 3)
b A LaTex expression showing (457 multiplied by 10)+(457 multiplied by 7)
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A LaTex expression showing \begin{aligned}895\hphantom{.}\\[-0.5em]\underline{ multiplied by 26\hphantom{.}}\end{aligned}\\
How can you multiply 895 by 26 by breaking 26 apart
a A LaTex expression showing (895 + 20) multiplied by (895 + 6)
b A LaTex expression showing (895 multiplied by 20)+(895 multiplied by 6)