Multiplication facts for 3, 4, 8: true or false?
30 October 2026
Children often see multiplication facts in the 3, 4, or 8 times tables and need to decide if they are true or false. It's important to know how to check these facts using simple steps.
Example question
Is 4 × 3 = 13 true or false?
Step 1: 4 × 3 means 3 groups of 4.
Step 2: Add 4 three times: 4 + 4 + 4.
Step 3: 4 + 4 = 8. 8 + 4 = 12.
Step 4: 12 is not 13.
So, 4 × 3 = 13 is false.
| Step | Value |
|---|---|
| Start | 4 |
| Add 4 | 8 |
| Add 4 | 12 |
Now your child can spot if a multiplication fact in the 3, 4, or 8 times tables is correct or not. They are ready to practise this type of question with similar examples.
