Year 5 - Maths
Multiply a 2-digit number by a 1-digit number using partitioning and representations (one regroup)
Multiplication by partitioning leading to short multiplication (2 by 1-digit)
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Year 5 - Maths
Multiplication by partitioning leading to short multiplication (2 by 1-digit)
In this unit pupils will multiply a 2-digit number by a single-digit number using partitioning and representations using expanded multiplication and using short multiplication.
You will learn to use an array to represent multiplication and use place value in an array to represent multiplication of a 2-digit number.
Partitioning allows us to multiply the tens and then the ones and recombine the products. The grid can represent the array.
An array is the layout of items (such as objects, numbers, etc.) arranged in rows and/or columns. Use this word when showing your method, then check your final answer is reasonable.
Mistake: Pupils may not regroup correctly if they do not understand the place value of digits in a factor. Correction: Encourage pupils to use the stem sentences / array to identify when they may need to regroup.
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