Apply Distributive Property with Factor 8
Multiply by 8 using the Distributive Property.
3rd Grade - Math - Build on Known Multiplication Facts
Multiply by 8 using the Distributive Property.
3rd Grade - Math - Build on Known Multiplication Facts
Students practice using the distributive property to multiply by 8. They begin by splitting 8 into 4 + 4 and doubling a 4s fact, then recognize other valid splits such as 5 + 3, 6 + 2, or 2 + 2 + 2 + 2. This builds flexible multiplication strategies, array reasoning, and a stronger understanding of factors, products, and equivalent expressions.
The distributive property helps you break one multiplication fact into smaller facts. In this skill, split 8 into 4 + 4 and double a 4s fact. Example: 8 x 6 = (4 x 6) + (4 x 6) 4 x 6 = 24 4 x 6 = 24 24 + 24 = 48 So, 8 x 6 = 48. You can also use other splits, such as 5 + 3 or 6 + 2, when the parts make the same factor.