Tagged in 7.NS, 7th grade, integer multiplication, integer operations, multi digit multiplication, multiplying integers, negative times negative, negative times positive, number sense, procedural fluency, signed numbers
This worksheet provides focused practice multiplying integers while reinforcing the sign rules that govern products involving negative numbers. Students review the patterns for multiplying signed numbers, including \((-a)(b)\), \((a)(-b)\), and \((-a)(-b)\), before applying those rules across a large set of problems.
The problem set includes 25 multiplication expressions such as \(-4 \times -12\), \(24 \times -22\), and \(-19 \times -32\). Students must determine both the correct sign and the correct product, building accuracy and confidence with integer multiplication. Because the worksheet includes a mix of positive and negative factors, students repeatedly practice identifying sign patterns while also strengthening multi-digit multiplication skills.
The structured repetition makes this resource effective for developing procedural fluency and eliminating common sign errors. It works well as independent practice, homework, small-group remediation, or assessment review for integer operations.
Skills Assessed
Multiplying integers
Applying sign rules for integer multiplication
Determining the sign of a product
Multi-digit multiplication fluency
Recognizing patterns in signed number operations
Classroom Use
Guided practice after introducing integer multiplication
Independent practice
Homework assignment
Small-group intervention
Test review for integer operations
Details
2 pages
Answer key included
ID# 0254