Butterfly Multiply

Ages 7–10 · 8 minutes · Math

Multiply butterflies at the butterfly sanctuary!

In this intermediate multiplication lesson, students will learn and practice:

- Multiplication practice with products up to 40
- Commutative property of multiplication continued (6x5 and 5x6 both equal 30)
- Use equal groups, arrays, number lines and skip counting to represent multiplication problems
- Fill in the blank factors and spot-the-error precision practice

Part of

Learn to Multiply

Standards alignment

Common Core State Standards

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 ÷ 7.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = □ ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

Alabama

MA19.3.1 — Illustrate the product of two whole numbers as equal groups by identifying the number of groups and the number in each group and represent as a written expression.
MA19.3.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers.
MA19.3.5 — Develop and apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
MA19.3.7 — Use strategies based on properties and patterns of multiplication to demonstrate fluency with multiplication and division within 100.

Alaska

3.OA.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers (e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each). For example, show objects in rectangular arrays or describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 x ? = 48, 5 = ? ÷ 3, 6 x 6 = ?
3.OA.5 — Make, test, support, draw conclusions and justify conjectures about properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide. (Students need not use formal terms for these properties.) • Commutative property of multiplication: If 6 × 4 = 24 is known, then 4 × 6 = 24 is also known. • Associative property of multiplication: 3 × 5 × 2 can be found by 3 × 5 = 15, then 15 × 2 = 30, or by 5 × 2 = 10, then 3 × 10 = 30. • Distributive property: Knowing that 8 × 5 = 40 and 8 × 2 = 16, one can find 8 × 7 as 8 × (5 + 2) = (8 × 5) + (8 × 2) = 40 + 16 = 56. • Inverse property (relationship) of multiplication and division.
3.OA.7 — Fluently multiply and divide numbers up to 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 ×5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

Arizona

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers as the total number of objects in equal groups (e.g., interpret 5 x 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each).
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 x  = 48, 5 =  ÷ 3, 6 x 6 = . See Table 2.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide. Properties include commutative and associative properties of multiplication and the distributive property. (Students do not need to use the formal terms for these properties.)
3.OA.C.7 * — Fluently multiply and divide within 100. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all multiplication products through 10 x 10 and division quotients when both the quotient and divisor are less than or equal to 10.

Arkansas

3.CAR.3 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide. • Properties include: Distributive, Commutative, and Associative Properties of Multiplication
3.CAR.6 — Solve real-world problems using multiplication and division within 100 involving equal groups, arrays, partitive and measurement division.
3.CAR.2 — Use basic fact fluency to multiply and divide whole numbers with mastery by the end of third grade. • Knowing all products with factors up to and including 12 and the corresponding division facts from the products with factors up to and including 12. • Using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., Knowing that 8 ∙ 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations.
3.CAR.8 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers.

California

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = _ ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

Colorado

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = ÷ 3, 6 × 6 =?
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide. (Students need not use formal terms for these properties.) Examples: If 6 × 4 = 24 is known, then 4 × 6 = 24 is also known. (Commutative property of multiplication.) 3 × 5 × 2 can be found by 3 × 5 = 15, then 15 × 2 = 30, or by 5 × 2 = 10, then 3 × 10 = 30. (Associative property of multiplication.) Knowing that 8 × 5 = 40 and 8 × 2 = 16, one can find 8 × 7 as 8 × (5 + 2) = (8 × 5) + (8 × 2) = 40 + 16 = 56. (Distributive property.)
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

Connecticut

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = _ ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
3.OA.A.3 — Use multiplication and division within 100 to solve word problems in situations involving equal groups, arrays, and measurement quantities, e.g., by using drawings and equations with a symbol for the unknown number to represent the problem.

Delaware

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = _ ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

Florida

MA.3.AR.1.1 — Apply the distributive property to multiply a one-digit number and two-digit number. Apply properties of multiplication to find a product of one-digit whole numbers.
MA.3.AR.2.3 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation, relating three whole numbers, with the unknown in any position.
MA.3.NSO.2.2 — Explore multiplication of two whole numbers with products from 0 to 144, and related division facts.
MA.3.AR.2.2 — Determine and explain whether an equation involving multiplication or division is true or false.
MA.K12.MTR.2.1 — Demonstrate understanding by representing problems in multiple ways. Mathematicians who demonstrate understanding by representing problems in multiple ways: • Build understanding through modeling and using manipulatives. • Represent solutions to problems in multiple ways using objects, drawings, tables, graphs and equations. • Progress from modeling problems with objects and drawings to using algorithms and equations. • Express connections between concepts and representations. • Choose a representation based on the given context or purpose.

Georgia

3.PAR.3.2 — Represent single digit multiplication and division facts using a variety of strategies. Explain the relationship between multiplication and division.
3.PAR.3.3 — Apply properties of operations (i.e., commutative property, associative property, distributive property) to multiply and divide within 100.
3.PAR.3 — Use part-whole strategies to solve real-life, mathematical problems involving multiplication and division with whole numbers within 100.

Hawaii

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

Idaho

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret a product of whole numbers as a grouping of sets, e.g., 5 × 7 as five groups of seven objects each.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply the properties of operations to multiply and divide.
3.OA.A.3 — Use multiplication and division within 100 to solve word problems involving equal groups, arrays, and measurements by using visual and symbolic representations, with a symbol for an unknown number.
3.OA.C.7.a — Demonstrate understanding of strategies that make use of the relationship between multiplication and division or properties of operations.

Illinois

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = \_ ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

Indiana

3.CA.3 — Model the concept of multiplication of whole numbers using equal-sized groups, arrays, area models, and equal intervals on a number line. Model the properties of 0 and 1 in multiplication using objects or drawings. (E)
4.CA.3 — Show how the order in which two numbers are multiplied (commutative property) and how numbers are grouped in multiplication (associative property) will not change the product. Use these properties to show that numbers can be multiplied in any order. Investigate and apply the distributive property. (E)
3.CA.6 — Demonstrate fluency with mastery of multiplication facts and corresponding division facts of 0 to 10.

Iowa

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers. For example, interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each; describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.B.5 — Use properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide. For example, if 6 × 4 = 24 is known, then 4 × 6 = 24 is also known. (Commutative property of multiplication.) 3 × 5 × 2 can be found by 3 × 5 = 15, then 15 × 2 = 30, or by 5 × 2 = 10, then 3 × 10 = 30. (Associative property of multiplication.) Knowing that 8 × 5 = 40 and 8 × 2 = 16, one can find 8 × 7 as 8 × (5 + 2) = (8 × 5) + (8 × 2) = 40 + 16 = 56. (Distributive property.)
3.OA.A.4 — Be able to represent a word problem by writing an equation with a symbol for the unknown whole number and determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating to three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ⎕ = 48, 5 = ⎕ ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ⎕.
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division or properties of operations. For example, knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8. By the end of Grade 3, flexibly, efficiently, and accurately find all products of two one-digit numbers. Note: Fluency of this standard is critical by the end of grade level.

Kansas

3.OA.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, (e.g. interpret 5 ⋅ 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each.)
3.OA.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide. Examples: If 6 ⋅ 4 = 24 is known, then 4 ⋅ 6 = 24 is also known. (Commutative property of multiplication.) 3 ⋅ 5 ⋅ 2 can be found by 3 ⋅ 5 = 15, then 15 ⋅ 2 = 30 , or by 5 ⋅ 2 = 10 , then 3 ⋅ 10 = 30 . (Associative property of multiplication.) Knowing that 8 ⋅ 5 = 40 and 8 ⋅ 2 = 16 , one can find 8 ⋅ 7 as 8 ⋅ (5 + 2) = (8 ⋅ 5) + (8 ⋅ 2) = 40 + 16 = 56. (Distributive property.) Students need not use formal terms for these properties.
3.OA.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation by using related equations. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 ⋅ ? = 48; 5 = ∎ ÷ 3; 6 x 6 =
3.OA.7 — Fluently (efficiently, accurately, and flexibly) multiply and divide with single digit multiplications and related divisions using strategies (e.g. relationship between multiplication and division, doubles, double and double again, half and then double, etc.) or properties of operations.

Kentucky

KY.3.OA.1 — Interpret and demonstrate products of whole numbers.
KY.3.OA.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers.
KY.3.OA.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
KY.3.OA.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division or properties of operations.

Louisiana

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = _ ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

Maine

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = _ ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply. Examples: If 6 × 4 = 24 is known, then 4 × 6 = 24 is also known. (Commutative property of multiplication.) 3 × 5 × 2 can be found by 3 × 5 = 15, then 15 × 2 = 30, or by 5 × 2 = 10, then 3 × 10 = 30. (Associative property of multiplication.) Knowing that 8 × 5 = 40 and 8 × 2 = 16, one can find 8 × 7 as 8 × (5 + 2) = (8 × 5) + (8 × 2) = 40 + 16 = 56. (Distributive property.)
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

Maryland

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = \_ ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

Massachusetts

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in five groups of seven objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations to multiply. For example: When multiplying numbers order does not matter. If 6  4 = 24 is known, then 4  6 = 24 is also known (Commutative property of multiplication); The product 3  5  2 can be found by 3  5 = 15 then 15  2 = 30, or by 5  2 = 10 then 3  10 = 30 (Associative property of multiplication); When multiplying two numbers either number can be decomposed and multiplied; one can find 8 x 7 by knowing that 7 = 5 + 2 and that 8  5 = 40 and 8  2 = 16, resulting in 8  (5 + 2) = (8  5) + (8  2) = 40 + 16 = 56 (Distributive property); When a number is multiplied by 1 the result is the same number (Identity property of 1 for multiplication).
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 × 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of grade 3, know from memory all products of two single-digit numbers and related division facts. For example, the product 4 x 7 = 28 has related division facts 28 ÷ 7 = 4 and 28 ÷ 4 = 7.

Michigan

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = _ ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

Minnesota

3.1.2.3 — Represent multiplication facts by using a variety of approaches, such as repeated addition, equal-sized groups, arrays, area models, equal jumps on a number line and skip counting. Represent division facts by using a variety of approaches, such as repeated subtraction, equal sharing and forming equal groups. Recognize the relationship between multiplication and division.
3.2.2.2 — Use multiplication and division basic facts to represent a given problem situation using a number sentence. Use number sense and multiplication and division basic facts to find values for the unknowns that make the number sentences true. For example: Find values of the unknowns that make each number sentence true 6 = p ÷ 9 24 = a × b 5 × 8 = 4 × t. Another example: How many math teams are competing if there is a total of 45 students with 5 students on each team? This situation can be represented by 5 × n = 45 or 45/5 = n or 45/n = 5.
3.2.2.1 — Understand how to interpret number sentences involving multiplication and division basic facts and unknowns. Create real-world situations to represent number sentences.

Mississippi

3.OA.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers, with factors 0-10. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = ? ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?.
3.OA.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide. Examples: If 6 × 4 = 24 is known, then 4 × 6 = 24 is also known. (Commutative property of multiplication.) 3 × 5 × 2 can be found by 3 × 5 = 15, then 15 × 2 = 30, or by 5 × 2 = 10, then 3 × 10 = 30. (Associative property of multiplication.) Knowing that 8 × 5 = 40 and 8 × 2 = 16, one can find 8 × 7 as 8 × (5 + 2) = (8 × 5) + (8 × 2) = 40 + 16 = 56. (Distributive property.)
3.OA.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. Know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers; and fully understand the concept when a remainder does not exist under division.

Missouri

3.RA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers.
3.RA.A.5 — Determine the unknown number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers.
3.RA.B.6 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
3.RA.A.3 — Describe in words or drawings a problem that illustrates a multiplication or division situation.
3.RA.C.7 — Multiply and divide with numbers and results within 100 using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division or properties of operations. Know all products of two one-digit numbers.

Montana

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = _ ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

Nebraska

3.A.1.e — Apply commutative, associative, distributive, identity, and zero properties as strategies to multiply and divide.
3.A.1.f — Use drawings, words, arrays, symbols, repeated addition, equal groups, and number lines to interpret and explain the meaning of multiplication and division and their relationship.
3.A.1 — Operations and Algebraic Thinking: Students will extend understanding of multiplication and apply operational properties to solve problems.
3.A.1.g — Fluently multiply and divide within 100 using strategies based on understanding and properties of operations.
3.A.1.c — Solve and write one-step whole number equations to represent authentic problems using the four operations including equations with an unknown start, unknown change, or unknown result.

Nevada

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = _ ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

New Hampshire

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = _ ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.
3.OA.A.3 — Use multiplication and division within 100 to solve word problems in situations involving equal groups, arrays, and measurement quantities, e.g., by using drawings and equations with a symbol for the unknown number to represent the problem.

New Jersey

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe and/or represent a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = ? ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide. Examples: If 6 × 4 = 24 is known, then 4 × 6 = 24 is also known. (Commutative property of multiplication.) 3 × 5 × 2 can be found by 3 × 5 = 15, then 15 × 2 = 30, or by 5 × 2 = 10, then 3× 10 = 30. (Associative property of multiplication.) Knowing that 8 × 5 = 40 and 8 × 2 = 16, one can find 8 × 7 as 8 × (5 + 2) = (8 × 5) + (8 × 2) = 40 + 16 = 56. (Distributive property.)
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

New Mexico

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = _ ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

New York

NY-3.OA.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers.
NY-3.OA.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers.
NY-3.OA.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
NY-3.OA.7.a — Fluently solve single-digit multiplication and related divisions, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division or properties of operations.

North Carolina

NC.3.OA.1 — For products of whole numbers with two factors up to and including 10: • Interpret the factors as representing the number of equal groups and the number of objects in each group. • Illustrate and explain strategies including arrays, repeated addition, decomposing a factor, and applying the commutative and associative properties.
NC.3.OA.6 — Solve an unknown-factor problem, by using division strategies and/or changing it to a multiplication problem.
NC.3.OA.7 — Demonstrate fluency with multiplication and division with factors, quotients and divisors up to and including 10. • Know from memory all products with factors up to and including 10. • Illustrate and explain using the relationship between multiplication and division. • Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers.

North Dakota

3.AR.OA.1 — Using mental strategies, multiply and divide basic facts within 100. Automatically multiply and divide up to 5x5 and 10s facts.
3.AR.OA.2 — Apply the properties of operations to solve multiplication and division equations and justify thinking.
3.AR.OA.4 — Use strategies and visual models to solve authentic word problems with multiplication within 100, including unknowns, using grouping models and equations.

Ohio

3.OA.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 x 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. (Note: These standards are written with the convention that a x b means a groups of b objects each; however, because of the commutative property, students may also interpret 5 x 7 as the total number of objects in 7 groups of 5 objects each).
3.OA.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 ×  = 48; 5 =  ÷ 3; 6 × 6 =  .
3.OA.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide. For example, if 6 × 4 = 24 is known, then 4 × 6 = 24 is also known (Commutative Property of Multiplication); 3 × 5 × 2 can be found by 3 × 5 = 15, then 15 × 2 = 30, or by 5 × 2 = 10, then 3 × 10 = 30 (Associative Property of Multiplication); knowing that 8 × 5 = 4 and 8 × 2 = 16, one can find 8 × 7 as 8 × (5 + 2) = (8 × 5) + (8 × 2) = 40 + 16 = 56 (Distributive Property). Students need not use formal terms for these properties.
3.OA.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division, e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8, or properties of operations. Limit to division without remainders. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

Oklahoma

3.A.2.2 — Identify, represent, and apply the number properties (commutative, identity, and associative properties of addition and multiplication) using models and manipulatives to solve problems.
3.N.2.1 — Represent multiplication facts by modeling a variety of approaches (e.g., manipulatives, repeated addition, equal-sized groups, arrays, area models, equal jumps on a number line, skip counting).
3.A.2 — Use number sentences involving multiplication and unknowns to represent and solve real-world and mathematical problems.
3.N.2.2 — Demonstrate fluency with multiplication facts using factors up to 10.

Oregon

3.OA.A.1 — Represent and interpret multiplication of two factors as repeated addition of equal groups.
3.OA.A.3 — Use multiplication and division within 100 to solve problems in authentic contexts involving equal groups, arrays, and/or measurement quantities.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers by applying the understanding of the inverse relationship of multiplication and division.
MP7 — Look for and make use of structure.

Pennsylvania

CC.2.2.3.A.1 — Represent and solve problems involving multiplication and division.
CC.2.2.3.A.2 — Understand properties of multiplication and the relationship between multiplication and division.
CC.2.2.3.A.3 — Demonstrate multiplication and division fluency.
CC.2.2.2.A.3 — Work with equal groups of objects to gain foundations for multiplication.

Rhode Island

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 x7 as the total number of objects in five groups of seven objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 x 7.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = _ ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations to multiply. For example, when multiplying numbers order does not matter. If 6 x 4 = 24 is known, then 4 x 6 = 24 is also known (Commutative property of multiplication); The product 3 x 5 x 2 can be found by 3 x 5 = 15 then 15 x 2 = 30, or by 5 x 2 = 10 then 3 x 10 = 30 (Associative property of multiplication); When multiplying two numbers either number can be decomposed and multiplied; one can find 8 x 7 by knowing that 7 = 5 + 2 and that 8 x 5 = 40 and 8 x 2 = 16, resulting in 8 (5 + 2) = (8 x 5) + (8 x 2) = 40 + 16 = 56 (Distributive property); When a number is multiplied by 1 the result is the same number (Identity property of 1 for multiplication).
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 x 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of grade 3, know from memory all products of two single- digit numbers and related division facts. For example, the product 4 x 7 = 28 has related division facts 28 ÷ 7 = 4 and 28 ÷ 4 = 7.

South Carolina

3.ATO.1 — Use concrete objects, drawings and symbols to represent multiplication facts of two single-digit whole numbers and explain the relationship between the factors (i.e., 0 - 10) and the product.
3.ATO.3 — Solve real-world problems involving equal groups, area/array, and number line models using basic multiplication and related division facts. Represent the problem situation using an equation with a symbol for the unknown.
3.ATO.5 — Apply properties of operations (i.e., Commutative Property of Multiplication, Associative Property of Multiplication, Distributive Property) as strategies to multiply and divide and explain the reasoning.
3.ATO.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers when the unknown is a missing factor, product, dividend, divisor, or quotient.

South Dakota

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = _ ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
3.OA.C.7.b — Demonstrate fluency (skill in carrying out procedures flexibly, appropriately, efficiently, and accurately) for all products of two one-digit numbers.

Tennessee

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret the factors and products in whole number multiplication equations (e.g., 4 x 7 is 4 groups of 7 objects with a total of 28 objects or 4 strings measuring 7 inches each with a total length of 28 inches).
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide. (Students need not use formal terms for these properties.) Examples: If 6 x 4 = 24 is known, then 4 x 6 = 24 is also known (commutative property of multiplication). 3 x 5 x 2 can be solved by (3 x 5) x 2 or 3 x (5 x 2) (associative property of multiplication). One way to find 8 x 7 is by using 8 x (5 + 2) = (8 x 5) + (8 x 2). By knowing that 8 x 5 = 40 and 8 x 2 = 16, then 8 x 7 = 40 + 16 = 56 (distributive property of multiplication over addition).
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers within 100. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations: 8 x ? = 48, 5 = ? ÷ 3, 6 x 6 =?.
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the properties of operations or the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 x 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8). By the end of 3rd grade, know all products of two one-digit numbers and related division facts.

Texas

3.4D — determine the total number of objects when equally-sized groups of objects are combined or arranged in arrays up to 10 by 10;
3.4E — represent multiplication facts by using a variety of approaches such as repeated addition, equal-sized groups, arrays, area models, equal jumps on a number line, and skip counting;
3.5D — determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers when the unknown is either a missing factor or product; and
3.5B — represent and solve one- and two-step multiplication and division problems within 100 using arrays, strip diagrams, and equations;

Utah

3.OA.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, such as interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide. For example: If 6 x 4 = 24 is known, then 4 x 6 = 24 is also known (commutative property of multiplication). 3 x 5 x 2 can be found by 3 x 5 = 15, then 15 x 2 = 30, or by 5 x 2 = 10, then 3 x 10 = 30 (associative property of multiplication). Knowing that 8 x 5 = 40 and 8 x 2 = 16, one can find 8 x 7 as 8 x (5 + 2) = (8 x 5) + (8 x 2) = 40 + 16 = 56 (distributive property). (Third grade students may, but need not, use formal terms for these properties.)
3.OA.7.a — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division or properties of operations. (For example, knowing that 8 x 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8).

Vermont

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = _ ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
3.OA.A.3 — Use multiplication and division within 100 to solve word problems in situations involving equal groups, arrays, and measurement quantities, e.g., by using drawings and equations with a symbol for the unknown number to represent the problem.
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

Virginia

3.CE.2a — Represent multiplication and division of whole numbers through 10 × 10, including in a contextual situation, using a variety of approaches and models (e.g., repeated addition/subtraction, equal-sized groups/sharing, arrays, equal jumps on a number line, using multiples to skip count).
3.CE.2c — Apply strategies (e.g., place value, the properties of multiplication and/or addition) when multiplying and dividing whole numbers.
3.CE.2 — The student will recall with automaticity multiplication and division facts through 10 × 10; and represent, solve, and justify solutions to single-step contextual problems using multiplication and division with whole numbers. Students will demonstrate the following Knowledge and Skills:
3.CE.2f — Recall with automaticity the multiplication facts through 10 × 10 and the corresponding division facts.

Washington

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = _ ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

Washington, D.C.

3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 × 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each. For example, describe a context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 × 7.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = _ ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?.
3.OA.B.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide.
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide within 100, using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division (e.g., knowing that 8 × 5 = 40, one knows 40 ÷ 5 = 8) or properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know from memory all products of two one-digit numbers.

West Virginia

M.3.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 x 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each (e.g., describe context in which a total number of objects can be expressed as 5 x 7).
M.3.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers (e.g., determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 x? = 48, 5 =? + 3, 6 x 6 =?).
M.3.5 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide (e.g., if 6 x 4 = 24 is known, then 4 x 6 = 24 is also known: Commutative Property of Multiplication; 3 x 5 x 2 can be found by 3 x 5 = 15, then 15 x 2 = 30, or by 5 x 2 = 10, then 3 x 10 = 30: Associative Property of Multiplication; knowing that 8 x 5 = 40 and 8 x 2 = 16, one can find 8 x 7 as 8 x (5 + 2) = (8 x 5) + (8 x 2) = 40 + 16 = 56: Distributive Property). Instructional Note: Students should focus on conceptual understanding not use formal terms for these properties.
M.3.7 — Fluently (efficiently, flexibly, and accurately) multiply and divide within 100 using strategies such as the relationship between multiplication and division and the properties of operations. By the end of Grade 3, know the multiplication table (facts) within 100 (Os10s) efficiently.

Wisconsin

M.3.OA.A.1 — Interpret products of whole numbers, e.g., interpret 5 x 7 as the total number of objects in 5 groups of 7 objects each.
M.3.OA.B.4 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to multiply and divide. Student use of the formal terms for these properties is not necessary.
M.3.OA.C.6 — Use multiplicative thinking to multiply and divide within 100. a. Use the meanings of multiplication and division, the relationship between the operations (e.g., knowing that 8 x 5 = 40, one could reason that 40 ÷ 5 = 8), and properties of operations (e.g., the distributive property) to develop and understand strategies to multiply and divide within 100. b. Flexibly and efficiently use strategies, the relationship between the operations, and properties of operations to find products and quotients with multiples of 0, 1, 2, 5, & 10 within 100.

Wyoming

3.OA.A.1 — Represent the concept of multiplication of whole numbers using models including, but not limited to, equal-sized groups ("groups of"), arrays, area models, repeated addition, and equal "jumps" on a number line.
3.OA.A.4 — Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers when the unknown is a missing factor, product, dividend, divisor, or quotient. (Students need not know formal terms.)
3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply and divide with factors 1 - 10 using mental strategies. By end of Grade 3, know automatically all products of one-digit factors based on strategies.