This activity is about doubling two-digit numbers.

Doubling means multiplying a number by 2.

Example

Double the number 75.

75 x 2 = __ ?

Answer

Split 75 into 70 + 5.

Double 70 is 140

Double   5 is   10

Add 140 + 10  to get 150

How does that sound - easy, yes?

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