Tricks for the 1 times table
- Multiplying by 1 doesn't change a number: 1 × 7 = 7 and 9 × 1 = 9.
- Think of it as "one lot of": one lot of 8 is 8.
Frequently asked questions
What is the 1 times table?
1 × 1 = 1, 1 × 2 = 2, 1 × 3 = 3, 1 × 4 = 4, 1 × 5 = 5, 1 × 6 = 6, 1 × 7 = 7, 1 × 8 = 8, 1 × 9 = 9, 1 × 10 = 10, 1 × 11 = 11, 1 × 12 = 12.
What is the trick for the 1 times table?
Multiplying by 1 doesn't change a number: 1 × 7 = 7 and 9 × 1 = 9.
How can I learn the 1 times table quickly?
Practise for a few minutes every day. Say the table out loud, use the tricks on this page, then answer mixed questions until you can do each one in under 3 seconds. Focus on the facts you get wrong.