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Table of 8: Multiplication Made Simple

Table of 8: Multiplication Made Simple

Q: 1. What is the multiplication table of 8?

The multiplication table of 8, often called the 8 times table, is a list of the multiples of 8. It is generated by multiplying the number 8 by a sequence of natural numbers (1, 2, 3, and so on). Essentially, it's a way of showing repeated addition of the number 8. For example, 8 x 3 is the same as 8 + 8 + 8, which equals 24. Learning this table is a fundamental step in building strong calculation skills.

How to Remember the Table of 8 Quickly and Effectively

The Multiplication Table of 8 which is popularly known as Table of 8 contains a list of numbers that are the result of the multiplication of 8 with other Natural numbers (1 and above).

As 8 is a unit digit number, the table of 8 is considered a building block for other multiplication tables.

For a student, learning and memorising multiplication tables of 8 at an early age will help in solving problems of division, fraction, algebraic equations, and multiplication of large numbers with speed and accuracy.

What Should Every Student Know About the Multiplication Table of 8?

Interestingly, the result of the sum of any number that is repeated eight times is part of the multiplication table of 8.

Example:

2 times 8 is 16 and in terms of addition, it is 8+8 =16.
Similarly, when we add 8 nine times, the result will be 72, i.e., 8+8+8+8+8+3=8+8+8+8=72.
Also, in terms of multiplication, 9 times 8 or 2 times 8 can be represented as 8 × 9 = 72 or 8 × 2 = 16, respectively.

Table Chart of 8 from 1 to 10

8 × 1 = 8	8× 6 = 48
8 × 2 = 16	8 × 7 = 56
8 × 3 = 24	8 × 8 = 64
8 × 4 = 32	8 × 9 = 72
8 × 5 = 40	8 × 10 = 80

Tips and Tricks to Memorise Table of 8

If you are concerned as to how you will remember so many multiplication tables right from 2 to 20, worry not! As for now, we have a few simple yet helpful tips and tricks up our sleeves to help you master and memorise the table of 8 with ease.

First of all, read the table chart of 8 loud enough. In this case, both your eyes and ears would help capture the numbers you utter and retain them in your mind. Most importantly, keep repeating the same until you can visualise the numbers 8, 16, 22, 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 72, and 80 in the same order by closing your eyes.
In case you are trying to recall the table of 8 but have forgotten the answer to the next number, there is an easy way out. Just add 8 to the answer of the previous multiplication and you will be able to find out the required answer. Let’s see an example for a better understanding.

Example: 8 × 3 = 24

Now, let’s say you have forgotten how much 8 × 4 is.

So, add 24 (the answer of 8 times 3) to 8, i.e., 24+8= 32. That’s right!

Therefore, 8 × 4 = 32.

Similarly, 32 + 8 = 40, which is the result of 8 times 5 (8 × 5 = 40).

For the next trick, you need to draw a table of 5 columns and 2 rows like the one shown below. Then, in the one’s place, write the 2 times table in the reverse order.

08	16	24	32	40
48	56	64	72	80

Now, for the first row, write numbers 0 to 4 in the one’s place. For the second row, write numbers 4 to 8 in one's place.

And, finally, you have your 8 times table from 1 to 10. Easy enough, right?

Solved Questions Based on Table of 8

Given below are a few questions based on the table of 8 in the form of word problems, numericals, and multiple-choice questions. Go ahead and try these out!

Solved Word Problems on Table of 8

1. Meredith drinks 8 glasses of water every day. How many glasses of water can Meredith drink in a week?

Solution:

In one day, Meredith drinks 8 glasses of water.

This means, 1 (day) × 8 (glasses) = 8 (glasses)

The number of days in a week is 7.
So, in 7 days, Meredith can drink 7 (days) × 8 (glasses) = 56 glasses of water

Therefore, Meredith can drink 56 glasses of water in a week.

2. Mary has 8 boxes of crayons. Each box contains 12 crayons. How many crayons does Mary have in all?

Solution: 1 box of crayons contains = 12 crayons

8 boxes of crayons will contain = 96 crayons

Therefore, Mary has 96 crayons in 8 boxes.

MCQs Based on the Multiplication Table of 8 with Practice Questions

1. Question: What is 8 times 4?

Solution:

(b) 8 times 4 is 8 × 4 = 32.

Two Number Problems on Table of 8

1. Fill in the blanks:

8 × 3 = 24 8 × 5 = 40
8 × 4 = _____ 8 × 6 = _____

Solution: 8 × 4 = 32 and 8 × 6 = 48

2. Using the 8 times table, find the answer to 8 times 3 plus 6.

Solution: First, multiply 8 × 3 = 24.

Then add 6 to the result, i.e., 24 + 6 = 30.

Practice Question

Question 1: An ice-cream van covers 10 km every day to and from the ice-cream store. What is the total distance covered by the van in 8 days?

37 km
52 km
126 km
80 km

Answer: D

Question 2: If a basket contains 8 roses, how many roses will be there in 6 baskets?

Answer: 48

Question 3. An Octopus has 8 legs. Sandra counted 4 octopi in a tank. How many legs are there in the tank?

Answer: 32

Table Chart of 8 from 11 to 20

To remember the table of 8 on your fingertips and to be able to solve more complex word problems and mathematical calculations, it is important that you remember the 8 times table from 11 to 20 by heart. Refer to the image given below, the same is provided in the PDF, which can be easily downloaded and printed.

8 × 11 = 88	8× 16 = 128
8 × 12 = 96	8 × 17 = 136
8 × 13 = 104	8 × 18 = 144
8 × 14 = 112	8 × 19 = 152
8 × 15 = 120	8 × 20 = 160

For Parent/Teacher: How to Read the Table to Your Kid?

Your child/student easily remembers their name or their teacher’s/parent’s name because they have been trained to repeat it multiple times throughout the day. They can also identify things quite easily that they have seen regularly from an early age, such as their house or the shop near their house. This is why it is a good habit to read the table to your kid on a regular basis. It can become a new rhyme/song that you repeat in the morning or play on your devices. Read the table in front of your kid and ask them to repeat after you.

Moreover, you can also make a colourful chart and write down the table of 8 on it. Hang the chart in a place that your child/student can see often so that every time they cross that area, they can take a quick glimpse at the table.

Eight ones are eight
Eight twos are sixteen
Eight threes are twenty-four
Eight fours are thirty-two
Eight fives are forty
Eight sixes are forty-eight
Eight sevens are fifty-six
Eight eights are sixty-four
Eight nines are seventy-two
Eight tens are eighty

Conclusion

Considering the importance of table of 8, we have provided the PDF containing Multiplication Table up to 20. To access the PDF, students can click on 'Download PDF' and use it whenever they need it.

This will certainly help students in keeping the table of 8 at their fingertips and improve their efficiency at mathematical calculations.

Remember the trick to mastering the multiplication table is frequent repetition and practice.

FAQs on Table of 8: Multiplication Made Simple

1. What is the multiplication table of 8?

The multiplication table of 8, often called the 8 times table, is a list of the multiples of 8. It is generated by multiplying the number 8 by a sequence of natural numbers (1, 2, 3, and so on). Essentially, it's a way of showing repeated addition of the number 8. For example, 8 x 3 is the same as 8 + 8 + 8, which equals 24. Learning this table is a fundamental step in building strong calculation skills.

2. What is an easy trick to learn the 8 times table quickly?

A simple and popular trick to learn the 8 times table involves a pattern. Follow these steps:

Step 1: For the tens digit, write down the numbers 0, 1, 2, 3, 4. Then, repeat the 4 and continue with 5, 6, 7, 8. It will look like this: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.
Step 2: For the ones digit, start from 8 and count down by 2s: 8, 6, 4, 2, 0. Repeat this pattern again.
Step 3: Combine these numbers to get the full table: 08, 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 72, 80.

3. How is the 8 times table related to the 2 and 4 times tables?

The 8 times table has a direct relationship with the 2 and 4 times tables, which can make it easier to understand. Multiplying a number by 8 is the same as doubling the result from the 4 times table. For example, to find 8 x 5, you can first calculate 4 x 5 = 20, and then double that result (20 x 2) to get 40. Similarly, multiplying by 8 is like doubling a number three times (multiplying by 2, then 2, then 2 again). For 8 x 6: 6 x 2 = 12, 12 x 2 = 24, and 24 x 2 = 48.

4. How can you quickly check if a large number is a multiple of 8?

To check if any large number is a multiple of 8 without performing long division, you only need to look at its last three digits. If the number formed by the last three digits is divisible by 8, then the entire number is divisible by 8. For example, to check the number 57,120: the last three digits are 120. Since 120 divided by 8 is 15, the entire number 57,120 is a multiple of 8. If a number is less than three digits, like 96, you would just divide the number itself by 8.

5. What is a real-life example of using the 8 times table?

The 8 times table is useful in many everyday situations. Imagine you are buying tickets for a Ferris wheel that has 8 seats in each car. If you want to know the total number of people that can ride in 6 cars, you would use the 8 times table. By calculating 8 seats x 6 cars, you find the answer is 48 people. This helps in planning, shopping for items that come in packs of 8 (like juice boxes or spider-shaped party favours), or calculating distances or measurements.

6. What is the pattern in the last digit of the answers in the 8 times table?

There is a repeating pattern in the ones (last) digit of the products in the 8 times table. The sequence of the last digits is: 8, 6, 4, 2, 0. After reaching 0 (at 8 x 5 = 40), this exact same sequence repeats for the next five multiples. For instance:

8 x 1 = 8
8 x 2 = 16
8 x 3 = 24
8 x 4 = 32
8 x 5 = 40
8 x 6 = 48 (The pattern starts again)

Noticing this pattern can help you quickly check if an answer in the 8 times table is likely to be correct.

7. How can I find the answer for the 8 times table beyond 10, for example 8 x 12?

You can easily extend the 8 times table beyond 10 by using the concept of repeated addition. You already know that 8 x 10 = 80. To find the next multiple, simply add 8 to the previous one.

For 8 x 11, you calculate 80 + 8 = 88.
For 8 x 12, you take the result of 8 x 11 (which is 88) and add another 8: 88 + 8 = 96.

This method works for any number and shows that multiplication is just a faster way to do continuous addition.