Read each story and decide whether to multiply or divide — equal groups (×), sharing equally (÷), or making equal groups (÷). Write all three representations for multiplication stories.
There are 3 baskets. Each basket has 2 apples. How many apples are there in all? Write the groups statement, repeated addition, and equation.
Equal groups!
Step 1:groups of
Step 2:++=
Step 3:×=
2
Priya makes 2 rows of strawberries. Each row has 4 strawberries. How many strawberries are there in all? Write the groups statement, repeated addition, and equation.
Equal groups!
Step 1:groups of
Step 2:+=
Step 3:×=
3
Aarav has 2 bags. Each bag has 3 mangoes. How many mangoes are there in all? Write the groups statement, repeated addition, and equation.