Multiplication Word Problems — Answer Key
Part A: Fill in the Blank
Write the missing word or number on each line.
1. 5 rows with 8 tiles each have 40 tiles.
Grade 3 array problems multiply rows by tiles, so 5 x 8 = 40.
2. 7 packs of 6 pencils hold 42 pencils.
Grade 3 equal-groups problems multiply, so 7 x 6 = 42.
3. 9 vases with 4 flowers each have 36 flowers.
Grade 3 each-problems multiply, so 9 x 4 = 36.
4. 2 bags with 9 cookies each have 18 cookies.
Grade 3 equal-groups problems multiply, so 2 x 9 = 18.
5. The equation 6 x 8 has a product of 48.
Grade 3 multiplication within 100 gives 6 x 8 = 48.
6. An array with 3 rows and 7 columns shows 3 x 7.
Grade 3 arrays use rows x columns, so 3 rows x 7 columns = 21.
7. 8 groups of 5 stars equal 40 stars.
Grade 3 groups-of problems multiply, so 8 x 5 = 40 stars.
8. 4 tables with 6 chairs each have 24 chairs.
Grade 3 equal-groups problems multiply, so 4 x 6 = 24.
9. In 9 x 9 = 81, both factors are 9.
Grade 3 students learn 9 x 9 = 81 as part of facts to 9x9.
Part B: Matching
Match each item on the left to the correct answer on the right.
1. Match each item to its correct answer.
5 rows of 8 tiles
→ 5 x 8 = 40
5 x 8 = 40
7 packs of 6 pencils
→ 7 x 6 = 42
7 x 6 = 42
9 vases with 4 flowers each
→ 9 x 4 = 36
9 x 4 = 36
2 bags with 9 cookies each
→ 2 x 9 = 18
2 x 9 = 18
Grade 3 equal-groups and array stories convert directly into factor x factor = product.