Grid Method: Challenge & Extension
Mathematics
GCSE Foundation
15 questions
~30 mins
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A challenging worksheet designed to deepen understanding of the Grid Method for multiplying decimals by integers, including procedural practice, problem solving, real-world applications, and extension questions.
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Grid Method: Challenge & Extension
Subject: MathematicsGrade: GCSE Foundation
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Grade GCSE Foundation
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Fluency & Practice
Use the grid method to multiply the given decimals by integers. Show all working in the grid spaces.
1.
Calculate 3.2 × 4 using the grid method.
[2 marks]2.
Calculate 0.75 × 6 using the grid method.
[2 marks]3.
Find the product of 2.5 and 8 using the grid method.
[2 marks]4.
Calculate 1.4 × 5 using the grid method.
[2 marks]B
Problem Solving & Reasoning
Solve the multi-step problems below using the grid method. Show your working clearly.
1.
A store sells 2.3 kilograms of apples at £1.50 per kilogram. Use the grid method to calculate the total cost.
[4 marks]2.
A factory produces 4.75 tonnes of material each day. Calculate the total production over 7 days using the grid method.
[4 marks]3.
A recipe requires 1.2 liters of milk per batch. How much milk is needed for 12 batches? Use the grid method.
[3 marks]4.
Explain why multiplying 0.75 by 4 gives the same result as multiplying 3/4 by 4. Use the grid method in your explanation.
[3 marks]C
Real-world Applications
Apply the grid method to solve these real-world problems.
1.
A gardener buys 3.6 liters of fertilizer to cover a garden. If one container covers 0.9 liters, how many containers are needed? Use the grid method.
[3 marks]2.
A vehicle consumes 2.25 liters of fuel every hour. How much fuel is used after 8 hours? Use the grid method.
[3 marks]D
Challenge & Extension
Tackle these advanced problems and extensions of the grid method.
1.
Calculate 4.35 × 12 using the grid method. Show all steps.
[4 marks]2.
A manufacturer produces 0.85 tonnes of product each day. How much do they produce in 30 days? Use the grid method.
[4 marks]3.
Identify and correct the mistake in multiplying 2.5 × 0.4 using the grid method if a student incorrectly gets 1.00.
[3 marks]E
Mixed Review & Error Analysis
Review these questions to consolidate your understanding and analyze common errors.
1.
Using the grid method, multiply 1.8 by 3. Find the product and explain the steps.
[3 marks]2.
A common mistake is to forget to align decimal points correctly when multiplying decimals. Give an example mistake and explain how to correct it during the grid method process.
[3 marks]Quick Actions
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- 1/1/2026
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- 1/1/2026
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