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assessment

10 times table mastery checklist

A simple checklist covering understanding, practice, recall and mixed application for the 10 times table.

Quick answer

By the end of this page, you will be able to recall all the 10 times table facts from 0 x 10 to 12 x 10 quickly and confidently, and use them in different situations.

Learning outcome

By the end of this page, you will be able to:
  • Recall all the 10 times table facts from 0 x 10 to 12 x 10
  • Use the 10 times table to solve problems in real life
  • Recognise patterns in the 10 times table
  • Apply the 10 times table in different contexts

Why this matters

Knowing your 10 times table helps you do maths faster and easier. It is one of the easiest tables to learn, and it's used a lot in daily life. When you know it well, you can:
  • Count money quickly (like 10p, 20p, 30p)
  • Measure things in metres or centimetres
  • Work out how long something takes (like 10 minutes, 20 minutes)
  • Understand how many items you have if you have groups of 10
This table is also helpful when learning other multiplication tables, because it shows a pattern that makes other times tables easier to understand.

How it works

The 10 times table is easy to learn because:
  1. When you multiply any number by 10, you just add a zero to the end
  2. For example: 5 x 10 = 50
  3. Each answer is 10 more than the previous one
  4. The pattern is: 0, 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100, 110, 120

Examples you can see

Here is the full 10 times table from 0 to 12: 10 Times Table Facts
Number 10 Times Table Answer
0 0 x 10 0
1 1 x 10 10
2 2 x 10 20
3 3 x 10 30
4 4 x 10 40
5 5 x 10 50
6 6 x 10 60
7 7 x 10 70
8 8 x 10 80
9 9 x 10 90
10 10 x 10 100
11 11 x 10 110
12 12 x 10 120

Try it as a mini adventure

Adventure: The Treasure Hunt You are on a treasure hunt! You find a map with clues that say:
  • Find 10 treasure chests, each with 10 gold coins
  • Count how many coins you have in total
  • Then find 10 treasure chests, each with 11 gold coins
  • Count how many coins you have in total
You can draw or use counters to help you count. The answers are:
  • 10 treasure chests x 10 coins = 100 coins
  • 10 treasure chests x 11 coins = 110 coins

Common mistakes

  • Mistake: Thinking 7 x 10 = 700 instead of 70
    Why it happens: Confusing the place value when adding zeros
    Fix: Remember that multiplying by 10 just adds one zero to the number
  • Mistake: Forgetting that 0 x 10 = 0
    Why it happens: Thinking that zero is a special number that doesn't work
    Fix: Any number times zero equals zero – it's like having no groups of anything
  • Mistake: Mixing up 10 x 10 = 100 with 10 x 11 = 110
    Why it happens: Not seeing the pattern clearly
    Fix: Notice that each time you add one more to the number you're multiplying by, you add 10 more to the answer

Parent and carer guide

Parents and carers can help children by:
  • Practicing the 10 times table together using flashcards or games
  • Using everyday objects like coins, buttons, or blocks to show groups of 10
  • Playing quick recall games, like saying a number and asking the child to multiply it by 10
  • Encouraging children to find real-life examples of 10 times tables (like 10 steps, 10 fingers)
  • Reinforcing that the pattern is simple: just add a zero to the number you are multiplying
Try to make it fun! The more enjoyable the practice, the more likely children are to remember.

Practice questions

  1. What is 4 x 10?
  2. What is 8 x 10?
  3. What is 12 x 10?
  4. What is 0 x 10?
  5. What is 10 x 10?
Answers:
  1. 40
  2. 80
  3. 120
  4. 0
  5. 100

FAQ

Why is the 10 times table easy to learn?

The 10 times table is easy because when you multiply any number by 10, you just add a zero to the end of that number. For example, 6 x 10 = 60. This makes it very simple to remember and use.

How can I use the 10 times table in real life?

You can use the 10 times table when counting money (like 10p, 20p, 30p), measuring things (like 10cm, 20cm), or counting items in groups of 10. It helps you do maths faster and more accurately.

What is the pattern in the 10 times table?

The pattern in the 10 times table is that each answer is 10 more than the previous one. So it goes: 0, 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100, 110, 120. You can see that the last digit is always zero.

How can I practice the 10 times table?

You can practice by:

  • Using flashcards
  • Playing games like "Multiplication Bingo"
  • Counting in groups of 10
  • Using objects like counters or coins

Is it important to learn the 10 times table?

Yes, it is very important because it helps you with other multiplication tables and makes everyday maths easier. It's also the foundation for learning bigger numbers and decimals.