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Meet the 7 times table.
For 7 × 8, use 5 × 8 = 40 and 2 × 8 = 16. Add them together: 56.
Use a familiar neighbour.
For 7 × 8, use 5 × 8 = 40 and 2 × 8 = 16. Add them together: 56. Use the pattern to understand the fact, then try remembering the answer without working it out.
7 × 1 = 7
7 × 2 = 14
7 × 3 = 21
7 × 4 = 28
7 × 5 = 35
7 × 6 = 42
7 × 7 = 49
7 × 8 = 56
7 × 9 = 63
7 × 10 = 70
7 × 11 = 77
7 × 12 = 84
Try a neighbour.
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