The 10 times table
The 10 times table is the foundation of place value: every answer is the number with a zero on the end.
10 times table, 1 to 12
- 10 × 1= 10
- 10 × 2= 20
- 10 × 3= 30
- 10 × 4= 40
- 10 × 5= 50
- 10 × 6= 60
- 10 × 7= 70
- 10 × 8= 80
- 10 × 9= 90
- 10 × 10= 100
- 10 × 11= 110
- 10 × 12= 120
Tricks for the 10 times table
Add a zero
To multiply by 10, move every digit one place to the left. 10 × 7 = 70.
Use it as a stepping stone
Many tricky facts come from 10s. 9 × 8 is 10 × 8 (80) minus 8, which is 72.
Count in tens
10, 20, 30, 40 … counting in tens helps with money and measuring.
Look for the pattern
Every answer ends in 0, and the digit before it is the number you multiplied by.
An example
A pack has 10 stickers. How many stickers are in 12 packs?
12 × 10 = 120 stickers.
Once you can do these in your head, try the 10 times table game and see how big a beat you can build.
Frequently asked questions
Is multiplying by 10 really just adding a zero?
That works for whole numbers, but it is better to think of every digit moving one place to the left, which also explains what happens with decimals later.
Why is the 10 times table useful?
It anchors the other tables. Many facts can be found by using a 10 fact and adjusting.