Keep the number
One group contains exactly the number you started with. Picture one box holding eight counters: 1 × 8 = 8. Multiplying by one keeps the quantity unchanged.
1 × 9 = 9
The complete table
| Fact | Answer |
|---|---|
| 1 × 1 | 1 |
| 1 × 2 | 2 |
| 1 × 3 | 3 |
| 1 × 4 | 4 |
| 1 × 5 | 5 |
| 1 × 6 | 6 |
| 1 × 7 | 7 |
| 1 × 8 | 8 |
| 1 × 9 | 9 |
| 1 × 10 | 10 |
| 1 × 11 | 11 |
| 1 × 12 | 12 |
Check your reasoning
Do not add one: 1 × 9 is 9, while 1 + 9 is 10. Read the operation sign before answering.
Neighbouring facts differ by 1. If you know 1 × 6 = 6, add 1 to find 1 × 7: 6 + 1 = 7.
Try it yourself
Say or write an answer before opening each question. If you get stuck, use the method above, then try that fact again later without looking.
1 × 3 = ?
1 × 3 = 3. Reversing the factors gives 3 × 1 = 3 too.
1 × 7 = ?
1 × 7 = 7. Reversing the factors gives 7 × 1 = 7 too.
1 × 8 = ?
1 × 8 = 8. Reversing the factors gives 8 × 1 = 8 too.
1 × 11 = ?
1 × 11 = 11. Reversing the factors gives 11 × 1 = 11 too.
1 × 12 = ?
1 × 12 = 12. Reversing the factors gives 12 × 1 = 12 too.
Connect the tables
Compare the 2 times table and look for doubles or groups you can add. In the multiplication chart, follow the whole row and its matching column.