6 Times Table

The 6 times table lists the multiples of 6: 6, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42, 48, 54, 60, and so on. For even numbers, 6 × n ends in the same digit as n: 6 × 4 = 24, 6 × 8 = 48.

How to learn the 6 times table

For even numbers, 6 × n ends in the same digit as n: 6 × 4 = 24, 6 × 8 = 48. Say the facts out loud in order, then practice them out of order with the quiz until each answer comes instantly. Hide the answers in the chart to test yourself.

Patterns in the 6 times table

The multiples of 6 go up by 6 each time. The last digits repeat in a cycle: 6, 2, 8, 4, 0, 6, 2, 8, 4, 0. Multiplication is commutative, so 6 × 7 is the same as 7 × 6: if you know one table, you already know part of the others.

Real-life uses

6 groups of 12 eggs, 6 weeks of 7 days, 6 packs of 6: the 6 times table helps with shopping, time and recipes. 6 × 7 = 42 days is six weeks.

6 Times Table quiz: 10 questions

Test yourself with 10 multiple-choice questions. Choose an answer and press Submit to see if you are right and why. Your score appears at the end.

Frequently asked questions

What is the 6 times table?

It is the list of multiples of 6: 6 × 1 = 6, 6 × 2 = 12, up to 6 × 12 = 72 and beyond.

What is the trick for the 6 times table?

For even numbers, 6 × n ends in the same digit as n: 6 × 4 = 24, 6 × 8 = 48.

What is 6 × 12?

72.

How can I practice quickly?

Use the quiz on this page: it repeats the facts you miss. For mixed tables, try Times Tables Practice.

Is there a printable chart?

Print this page, or see the multiplication chart for all tables at once.

Sources

• Common Core State Standards for Mathematics, Grade 3 (3.OA.C.7)

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