Japanese Multiplication Single Digit

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Japanese multiplication single digit. The japanese multiplication method can be extended to handle more digits by creating a larger diamond and handle a digit of zero by drawing a different colored line. Again though this isn t necessary to use this method. Draw sets of parallel lines representing each digit of the first number to be multiplied. How to use japanese multiplication method.

If for easier understanding you want to colour code your lines this is where your multi coloured pens come in handy. Put dots where each line crosses another line. In some cases carrying is required in the final addition steps. It s a lot more fun than the one you know.