The 6 times table

Did you know that the 6 times table is the 3 times table doubled?

The 6 times table shares some common even multiples of the 3 times table! For example:

1 × 6 = 6 and 2 × 3 = 6

2 × 6 = 12 and 4 × 3 = 12

3 × 6 = 18 and 6 × 3 = 18

Knowing your times tables is really helpful with mental maths and problem solving.

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Quiz: The 6 times table

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Primary maths teaching resources

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