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5th Grade Multiplication as Scaling worksheets

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Multiplication as Scaling

Grade 5 Math Worksheet

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Is the product greater than, less than, or equal to the first number? Circle greater, less or equal.

  1. 2 ×

    • greater
    • less
    • equal
  2. 5 ×

    • greater
    • less
    • equal
  3. 8 ×

    • greater
    • less
    • equal
  4. 11 × 1

    • greater
    • less
    • equal
  5. 3 ×

    • greater
    • less
    • equal
  6. 6 × 3

    • greater
    • less
    • equal
  7. 9 ×

    • greater
    • less
    • equal
  8. 12 ×

    • greater
    • less
    • equal
  9. 4 ×

    • greater
    • less
    • equal
  10. 7 ×

    • greater
    • less
    • equal
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About this worksheet

Multiplying by a number bigger than 1 makes a product larger, multiplying by a fraction smaller than 1 makes it smaller, and multiplying by exactly 1 leaves it the same. This is the idea of scaling, and fifth graders use it to check an answer before calculating.

On this sheet a child sees ten products such as 7 × 5/4 and circles whether the answer is greater than, less than or equal to the first number, without working it out. Each version has different numbers, and the answer key gives the right choice for every item.

What your child will learn

  • Compare a factor to 1
  • Say whether a product grows or shrinks
  • Predict before calculating
  • Use fractions as scale factors

Common Core standard: 5.NF.B.5

Worked example

7 × 5/4: 5/4 is greater than 1, so the product is greater than 7.

Common mistake

Thinking multiplication always makes a number bigger.

Helpful hint

Is the second number greater than 1, less than 1, or equal to 1?

Questions parents ask

What is the most common mistake with multiplication as scaling?

Thinking multiplication always makes a number bigger.

How can I help my child with multiplication as scaling?

Is the second number greater than 1, less than 1, or equal to 1?

Are these 5th grade math worksheets free to print?

Yes. All 6 printable versions on this page are free to download and print, with no account needed.

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