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Multiply 2 two digit numbers using an area model

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Let's use the area model to find $32\times40$32×40.

a

Fill in the areas of each rectangle.

            $32$32          
$20$20           $\editable{}$          
                   
$20$20           $\editable{}$          
                   
b

What is the total area of both rectangles?

c

So what is $32\times40$32×40?

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Calculate $10\times18$10×18 by completing an area model.

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Calculate $26\times39$26×39 by completing an area model.

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1min

Use the area model to find $33\times22$33×22.

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2min
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Record and interpret additive and simple multiplicative strategies, using words, diagrams, and symbols, with an understanding of equality

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