Multiplication word problems

Last updated: 15/11/2023
Contributor: Hannah
Multiplication word problems
Main Subject
Key stage
Category
Maths: Problem solving
Inside
Includes answers
Resource type
Differentiated
Worksheet

Two sets of 10 differentiated multiplication word problems involving the multiplication of 2 or 3 digits by 1 digit, and 3 or 4 digits by 1 digit. Children are asked to choose their operation and show their workings. Perfect for practising problem solving with multiplication in year 5 and year 6.

These year 5/6 maths worksheets also include answers. 

 

 

Sample questions from the worksheets:

There are 932 calories in a chocolate bar. How many calories are in 4 chocolate bars?

Hannah plans a holiday to New York. She rents a room in a hotel at a cost of £183 per night. If she stays in the hotel for 5 nights, how much does she need to pay?

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5

30/01/2019

Using this for Y5 in a mixed Y5/6 class

Karen Kendrick

02/10/2018

5

30/01/2019

Using this for Y5 in a mixed Y5/6 class

Karen Kendrick

02/10/2018