Count in multiples
- Start from a multiple.
- Add the same number each time.
- Check by division if needed.
Answer: Multiples of 4: 4, 8, 12, 16
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Counting in multiples
Learn counting in multiples with a GCSE-style explanation, help guide, worked example, practice question and flashcards.
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1. Explanation
Key idea
- Counting in multiples is part of number and appears often in KS3–GCSE maths.
- Multiples are answers in a times table.
- Use the worked model, help guide, interactive question and flashcards to practise counting in multiples until the steps feel automatic.
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2. Visual
Counting in multiples learning map
Understand the key idea → follow the help guide → practise a question → check your method → build speed with flashcards.
3. Help guide
How to tackle Counting in multiples
- Learn the rule: Multiples are answers in a times table.
- Worked model: Start from a multiple. Add the same number each time. Check by division if needed.
- Try the interactive question without looking at the answer first.
- Use the flashcards to test the rule, the method and a common check.
4. Worked examples
Step-by-step working
5. Interactive questions
Try it yourself
What is the next multiple of 6 after 24?
6. Flashcards
Master quick recall
Flip each card, then choose whether you know it or need more practice.
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FrontRule for Counting in multiples
BackMultiples are answers in a times table.
FrontExample answer: What is the next multiple of 6 after 24?
BackMultiples of 6 go 6, 12, 18, 24, 30, so the next is 30.
FrontCommon check for Counting in multiples
BackCheck units/notation, compare with an estimate, and make sure the answer matches the question.
7. Finish
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