Advanced Mathematics Primary 3 Multiplication Tables

A box holds 8 rows of 9 eggs each. Mr Tan buys 3 such boxes. How many eggs does he buy in total?

A 216
B 72
C 24
D 99
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Worked Solution

Step 1: Find the number of eggs in one box. 8 rows × 9 eggs per row = 8 × 9 = 72 eggs per box. Step 2: Multiply by the number of boxes. 72 × 3 = 216 eggs in total. Answer: 216. Check: 8 × 9 = 72 ✓; 72 × 3 = 216 ✓

Correct answer: 216

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