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Meet the 3 times table.
For 3 × 6, start with 2 × 6 = 12. Add one more 6 to make 18.
Double, then add one more.
For 3 × 6, start with 2 × 6 = 12. Add one more 6 to make 18. Use the pattern to understand the fact, then try remembering the answer without working it out.
3 × 1 = 3
3 × 2 = 6
3 × 3 = 9
3 × 4 = 12
3 × 5 = 15
3 × 6 = 18
3 × 7 = 21
3 × 8 = 24
3 × 9 = 27
3 × 10 = 30
3 × 11 = 33
3 × 12 = 36
Try a neighbour.
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