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Answer to Problem 19:

7 ´ 10 = 70

To use halving and doubling, I would take half of the first factor, which is 14, and make it a 7. I would double the second factor, which is 5, and make it a 10. Then I would multiply 7 ´ 10 to get 70.

 

 

TEACHER NOTES:

To use halving and doubling, take half of the first factor and multiply it by double the second factor (e.g., change 14 ´ 5 to 7 ´ 10).

 

Note: Additional mental math strategies and activities may be found in Number Sense: Simple Effective Number Sense Experiences.[1]


 

[1] McIntosh, A., Reys, B., Reys, R., & Hope, J. (1997). Number sense: Simple effective number sense experiences. Palo Alto, CA: Dale Seymour Publications.