Multiplication word problems This set of worksheets looks at multiplication word problems taken from real life situations. All the questions can be answered if the 2x, 5x and 10x tables are known. There are picture illustrations on the first couple of pages to help. Some children may use these to count up in twos, fives or tens, but being able to count up is not the same as knowing tables off by heart. Go to our Multiplication word problems in our Superbrain section