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Grade 3 Mathematics

Properties of Multiplication

Master the commutative, associative, distributive, identity, and zero properties to solve multiplication problems with confidence!

FL B.E.S.T. Standard: MA.3.AR.1.1

Commutative

Order doesn't matter: 3 × 5 = 5 × 3

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Associative

Grouping doesn't matter: (2×3)×4 = 2×(3×4)

Distributive

Break apart: 6×14 = 6×10 + 6×4

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Identity

Times 1 stays same: 8 × 1 = 8

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Zero

Times 0 equals 0: 9 × 0 = 0

Teacher Guide

Complete lesson plans and strategies

  • Standard MA.3.AR.1.1 breakdown
  • All 5 properties with examples
  • Common misconceptions and fixes
  • 5-day lesson sequence
  • Differentiation strategies
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Student Concept Worksheet

Introduction to all 5 properties

  • Visual arrays for commutative property
  • Step-by-step distributive examples
  • Associative grouping practice
  • Identity and zero property examples
  • 5 guided practice problems
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Practice Worksheet

30 problems across all properties

  • Commutative property (6 problems)
  • Identity and zero (6 problems)
  • Associative property (4 problems)
  • Distributive property (4 problems)
  • Name the property (6 problems)
  • Word problems (4 problems)
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FAST Practice Quiz

10 test-format questions

  • Identify property from equation
  • Rewrite using distributive property
  • Fill-in-the-blank calculations
  • Multi-step property application
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Parent Activity Guide

Home practice activities

  • Grocery store break-apart math
  • Array hunt around the house
  • Smart grouping game
  • Conversation starters
  • Spanish summary included
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Answer Keys

Complete solutions with explanations

  • All worksheet answers
  • Quiz answer explanations
  • Scoring guide
  • Common error analysis
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