Grid Method: Error Analysis & Misconceptions

Mathematics
Grade 7
10 questions
~20 mins
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A worksheet focused on mastering and troubleshooting the Grid Method for multiplying decimals by integers, emphasizing error analysis and misconceptions.

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Grid Method: Error Analysis & Misconceptions

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Grade Grade 7
A

Fluency & Practice

Solve the following problems using the Grid Method. Show your working in the grid spaces provided.
1.
Calculate 0.6 × 4 using the Grid Method. Show the grid setup and multiplication process.
[2 marks]
2.
Multiply 1.2 by 3 using the Grid Method. Provide detailed steps.
[2 marks]
3.
Using the Grid Method, find the product of 0.75 and 5.
[2 marks]
B

Problem Solving & Reasoning

Solve the following multi-step problems and explain your reasoning clearly.
1.
A gardener multiplies 0.45 kg of fertilizer equally into 6 pots. Use the Grid Method to find how much fertilizer each pot receives. Explain your process.
[3 marks]
2.
A factory produces 0.8 meters of fabric daily. Calculate the weekly total using the Grid Method. Show all steps and reasoning.
[3 marks]
C

Real-world Applications

Apply the Grid Method to these real-world scenarios.
1.
A recipe calls for 0.3 liters of vanilla extract per batch. If a chef makes 8 batches, how much vanilla is needed? Use the Grid Method and explain your steps.
[3 marks]
D

Challenge & Extension

Tackle these more advanced problems to deepen your understanding.
1.
Calculate 0.87 × 9 using the Grid Method. Show the grid and detailed steps.
[3 marks]
2.
A painter needs 0.55 liters of paint for each wall. How much paint is needed for 10 walls? Use the Grid Method and justify your answer.
[3 marks]
E

Mixed Review & Error Analysis

Identify and correct the errors in the following student work. Explain the mistake and provide the correct solution.
1.
Student's work: To multiply 0.4 by 3, they set up a grid with 4 (from 0.4) and 3, then multiply 4 × 3 = 12, and write 12 as the answer. Identify the mistake, correct it, and explain.
[3 marks]
2.
Another student's work: 0.75 × 5 was calculated by multiplying 75 × 5 = 375, then placing the decimal two places from the right to get 3.75. Is this correct? If not, identify the error and correct the work.
[3 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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1/1/2026
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