This page
will provide practice solving problems using the Distributive Property and
finding patterns. Click on the link below for practice using the
first
two mental math strategies.
Remember the Distributive
Property "breaks down" the larger number into smaller, more manageable
numbers. Calculate in your head, using the smaller numbers, then
combine them again! Ready to try some? Let's start with
simple questions.
First, let's practice
"breaking down" large numbers!
large number
"broken down" number
83
34
Ready for some more problems?
problem
Use
Distributive Property on which number?
Rewrite
problem
Solve and
check your answer!
35 x 6
9½ x 8
105 x 9
Now let's practice doing mental
math by using a pattern. Remember in the lesson you learned about
at least two different patterns to use. Let's start with some simple
problems.
problem
answer
50 x 7000
3200 ÷
80
80 x 8000
Now let's practice doing mental
math by using a different pattern.
