Multiplication and Division (2) - Assessment

The assessment on multiplication and division requires students to demonstrate their ability to calculate both simple and more complex problems. The task begins with straightforward multiplication and division calculations, such as multiplying 387 by 3 and dividing the same number by 3. It then progresses to more challenging problems, including multiplying 1,239 by 8 and dividing 864 by 5. Marks are awarded for correct answers, and a single error is permitted with a reduced mark. Students are also asked to solve word problems, including finding the number Zach is thinking of when multiplied by 8 to get 208, and determining the cost of a skirt given the total cost of seven jackets and four skirts.

Another aspect of the assessment involves using grid methods to multiply two numbers, such as 34 by 18, and filling in the missing parts of a grid for the multiplication of 43 by 18. The assessment further challenges students with real-world scenarios, such as calculating the total number of chairs in a theatre with 56 rows of 35 chairs each. Additionally, students must work out the total number of cards shared between boxes when given the number per box and the remainder. Finally, the assessment includes a problem-solving task where students must arrange digit cards to form a multiplication problem that meets specific criteria, demonstrating their understanding of place value and multiplication. The assessment is comprehensive, covering various aspects of multiplication and division, and includes opportunities for students to explain their methods, thereby showcasing their mathematical reasoning skills.