Shape times shape

These eleven shapes each stand for a different number. Can you use the number sentences to work out what they are?

Problem

Shape Times Shape printable sheet

The coloured shapes stand for eleven of the numbers from 0 to 12. Each shape is a different number.

Can you work out what they are from the multiplications below? 

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Square × square × square = semicircle

Square × oval = semicircle

Oblong × oval = circle

Oblong × square = equilateral triangle

Equilateral triangle × square = circle

Square × square = oval

Oblong × oblong = eight-pointed star

Square × five-pointed star = hexagon

Oblong × rhombus = oblong

Rhombus × hexagon = hexagon

Square × isosceles triangle = isosceles triangle

Isosceles triangle × semicircle = isosceles triangle

 

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