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Multiplication Tables 2-10: Find the Missing Factor

Simple drill practice finding missing factors in multiplication equations (tables 2-10).
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20 questions
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20 questions
Medium
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20 questions
2
20 questions
Hard
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20 questions
2
20 questions

Practice Questions

  1. 2 × ? = 20
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    10

  2. ? × 5 = 35
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    7

  3. 8 × ? = 64
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    8

  4. ? × 3 = 27
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    9

  5. 6 × ? = 42
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    7

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Teaching Notes

Emphasize the inverse relationship between multiplication and division to help solve. Encourage using known facts or skip counting strategies.

Vocabulary
Factor: A number multiplied by another.
Product: The answer to a multiplication.
Common Mistakes
  • Confusing the product with a factor or vice versa.
  • Incorrectly recalling multiplication facts.
  • Dividing the smaller number by the larger number.
Differentiation
SupportUse manipulatives or a multiplication chart for support.
ChallengeCreate own missing factor problems for a peer to solve.
Discussion Questions
  • How can knowing division help you find the missing factor?
  • What is the relationship between multiplication and division?
  • How can you check your answer for a missing factor problem?
  • Why is it important to know multiplication facts fluently?
Extension Activities
  • Use counters to show groups.
  • Draw arrays to find missing factors.
  • Play math fact games.
Parent Tip

Ask your child to find how many groups of 5 fit into 20.

Learning Path
Skill Cluster

Operations and Algebraic Thinking

Estimated Time

15 minutes

Skills Practiced
Missing factor multiplicationDivision as inverse