Multiplication

This week in class we learned about the models for multiplication and division. First we were asked to try and come up with a story problem for 8x7 and 45/9. Then we listed the models for multiplication which are as follows:

Area/Array Model:

Repeated Addition:

Combinations: This model of multiplication is probably the most confusing as it is the most difficult to draw      out.

I will go over the division models in next weeks blog.