Multiplication

In its simplest form, multiplication is the sum of a list of identical numbers. For example, the product 7 × 4 is 7 + 7 + 7 + 7. The numbers being multiplied are called the multiplicand and multiplier or the factors.

Computation

For fast ways to compute products of large numbers, see multiplication algorithms.

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Some algorithms are suitable for multiplying numbers using pencil and paper.

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Most, such as lattice multiplication, require a multiplication table of memorized or consulted products of

Related Topics:
Lattice multiplication - Multiplication table

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small numbers (typically any two numbers from 0 to 9);

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the peasant multiplication algorithm does not.

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