Y5

Maths

Multiply a 2-Digit Number by a 2-Digit Number Discussion Problem

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Do your children need an extra challenge when it comes to multiplication? If so, this Year 5 Multiply a 2-Digit Number by a 2-Digit Number Discussion Problem is ideal! It includes two open-ended questions for pupils to investigate possible answers.The first involves a partially completed calculation and selecting which digit cards could be used to complete it. The second is a game that is played in pairs using dice to generate numbers to calculate.

An example answer page is provided to support discussion and to assist pupils in finding an alternative solution.


Curriculum Objectives

  • Multiply and divide numbers mentally drawing upon known facts
  • Multiply and divide whole numbers and those involving decimals by 10, 100 and 1,000
  • Multiply numbers up to 4 digits by a one- or two-digit number using a formal written method, including long multiplication for two-digit numbers