Commutative Property of Multiplication
Explore and practice the commutative property of multiplication with arrays and equations for grade 3 students.
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Commutative Property of Multiplication
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Read each question carefully and follow the instructions. Remember the commutative property states that you can multiply numbers in any order and the product will be the same.
1. Look at the array below. Write two multiplication equations that describe it.
Equation 1:
Equation 2:
Use the commutative property to complete each equation.
2. 4 × 7 = × 4
3. 9 × 2 = 2 ×
4. 6 × = 5 × 6
5. Which equation shows the commutative property of multiplication?
3 + 5 = 5 + 3
3 × 5 = 5 × 3
3 × 1 = 3
3 + 0 = 3
Decide if the following statements are True or False.
6. The product of 8 × 3 is the same as 3 × 8.
True
False
7. The order of numbers does not matter when you multiply.
True
False
8. Draw an array to show both 2 × 6 and 6 × 2. Explain how they are the same.