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Multiples of 159

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In math, multiples are the products we get while multiplying a number with other numbers. Multiples play a key role in construction and design, counting groups of items, sharing resources equally, and managing time effectively. In this topic, we will learn the essential concepts of multiples of 159.

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What are the Multiples of 159?

Now, let us learn more about multiples of 159. Multiples of 159 are the numbers you get when you multiply 159 by any whole number, along with zero. Each number has an infinite number of multiples, including a multiple of itself.

 

In multiplication, a multiple of 159 can be denoted as 159 × n, where ‘n’ represents any whole number (0, 1, 2, 3,…). So, we can summarize that:

 

Multiple of a number = Number × Any whole number

 

For example, multiplying 159 × 1 will give us 159 as the product. Multiples of 159 will be larger or equal to 159.

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List of First 20 Multiples of 159

Multiples of 159 include the products of 159 and an integer. Multiples of 159 are divisible by 159 evenly. The first few multiples of 159 are given below:

 

TABLE OF 159 (1-10)

159 × 1 = 159

159 × 6 = 954

159 × 2 = 318

159 × 7 = 1113

159 × 3 = 477

159 × 8 = 1272

159 × 4 = 636

159 × 9 = 1431

159 × 5 = 795

159 × 10 = 1590

 

TABLE OF 159 (11-20)

159 × 11 = 1749

159 × 16 = 2544

159 × 12 = 1908

159 × 17 = 2703

159 × 13 = 2067

159 × 18 = 2862

159 × 14 = 2226

159 × 19 = 3021

159 × 15 = 2385

159 × 20 = 3180

 

Now, we know the first few multiples of 159. They are 0, 159, 318, 477, 636, 795, 954, 1113, 1272, 1431, 1590,...
 

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Operations with Multiples of 159

Understanding the multiples of 159 helps solve mathematical problems and boost our multiplication and division skills. When working with multiples of 159, we need to apply it to different mathematical operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

 

Sum of first 5 Multiples of 159:

 

159, 318, 477, 636, and 795 are the first five multiples of 159. When multiplying 159 from 1 to 5, we get these numbers as the products.

 
So, the sum of these multiples is:


159 + 318 + 477 + 636 + 795 = 2385  


When we add the first 5 multiples of 159, the answer will be 2385.

 

Subtraction of first 5 Multiples of 159:

 

While we do subtraction, it improves our comprehension of how the value decreases when each multiple is subtracted from the previous one. 159, 318, 477, 636, and 795 are the first five multiples of 159. So, let us calculate it as given below:


159 - 318 = -159  
-159 - 477 = -636  
-636 - 636 = -1272  
-1272 - 795 = -2067  


Hence, the result of subtracting the first 5 multiples of 159 is -2067.

 

Average of first 5 Multiples of 159:

 

To calculate the average, we need to identify the sum of the first 5 multiples of 159, and then divide it by the count, i.e., 5. Because there are 5 multiples presented in the calculation. Averaging helps us understand the concepts of central tendencies and other values. We know the sum of the first 5 multiples of 159 is 2385.


159 + 318 + 477 + 636 + 795 = 2385  


Next, divide the sum by 5:


2385 ÷ 5 = 477  


477 is the average of the first 5 multiples of 159.

 

Product of First 5 Multiples of 159:

 

The product of given numbers is the result of multiplying all of them together. Here, the first 5 multiples of 159 include: 159, 318, 477, 636, and 795. Now, the product of these numbers is:


159 × 318 × 477 × 636 × 795 = 30,733,294,680  


The product of the first 5 multiples of 159 is 30,733,294,680.

 

Division of First 5 Multiples of 159:

 

While we perform division, we get to know how many times 159 can fit into each of the given multiples. 159, 318, 477, 636, and 795 are the first 5 multiples of 159.


159 ÷ 159 = 1  
318 ÷ 159 = 2  
477 ÷ 159 = 3  
636 ÷ 159 = 4  
795 ÷ 159 = 5  


The results of dividing the first 5 multiples of 159 are: 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.
 

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Multiples of 159 Examples

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Problem 1

Amelia is organizing a charity event where she plans to distribute packs of notebooks. Each pack contains 159 notebooks. If she distributes 159 packs every month for 3 months, how many notebooks will she distribute in total?

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Problem 2

In a gaming competition, each player earns points in multiples of 159. The first three players earned points equivalent to the first three multiples of 159. How many points did each player earn?

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Problem 3

A factory produces 159 widgets in each batch. If they run 5 batches in a day, how many widgets are produced in one day?

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Problem 4

A library organizes its books in sets that contain 159 books each. There are 7 such sets in the library. How many books are there in total?

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Problem 5

A company has a marketing campaign where they send out brochures in batches of 159. The first shipment contains 159 brochures, the second contains 318 brochures, and the third shipment contains 477 brochures. How many brochures are sent out in total?

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FAQs on Multiples of 159

1.How do you find the multiples of 159?

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2.What is the LCM of 7 and 159?

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3.What are the real-life applications of Multiples of 159?

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4.Are multiples of 159 finite or infinite?

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5.Is there any odd multiples of 159?

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Important Glossaries for Multiples of 159

  • Multiple: A multiple represents the product of a number that may be multiplied by an integer. For example, multiples of 159 include 159, 318, 477, 636, etc.  
     
  • Odd number: An odd number refers to any number that cannot be divided by 2 without leaving a remainder. The last digits of odd numbers are 1, 3, 5, 7, or 9. Odd multiples of 159 are possible as it is an odd number.  
     
  • Divisor: It refers to any number by which another number can be divided without leaving any remainder. 1, 3, 53, and 159 are the divisors of 159.  
     
  • LCM (Least Common Multiple): The smallest common multiple of two or more numbers. For example, the LCM of 7 and 159 is 1113.  
     
  • Natural number: These are counting numbers starting from 1, 2, 3, and so on. Multiples are derived by multiplying a number by natural numbers.
     
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