Child Development and Pedagogy · Mathematics Pedagogy
To solve 76 × 32, a student uses the following method: 76 × 32 = (70 + 6) × (30 + 2) = (70 × 30) + (6 × 30) + (70 × 2) + (6 × 2) = 2100 + 180 + 140 + 12 = 2432 Which of the following statements is true regarding the above method?
- 1Informal techniques of problem-solving should be discouraged among learners.
- 2The student lacks conceptual knowledge of the multiplication process.
- 3The method used by the student reflects her understanding of the distributive property of multiplication.✓
- 4The student should receive zero marks in a written test for not using the standard algorithm.
Correct answer
The method used by the student reflects her understanding of the distributive property of multiplication.
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